1 c. pitted chopped dates
1/2 c. butter
1 1/2 tbsp. artificial sweetener
1 egg
1 tsp. cloves
1 c. chopped pecans
2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. diet applesauce
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. plain flour

Mix dry ingredients and sift. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into a small loaf pan and bake at 325 degrees until done.