8 tbsp. (1 stick) butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 c. milk
1 1/2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 c. pitted dates, coarsely chopped
1 c. walnuts, coarsely chopped
1 c. heavy cream, chilled

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease well a 9x13x2-inch glass or ceramic baking dish. Cream butter, gradually adding sugar and cream mixture until light. Add eggs, milk, flour and baking powder; mix well.

Fold in dates and walnuts. Turn into prepared baking dish and bake for 50-60 minutes or until set. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature with a spoonful of the cream, whipped to soft peaks. Serves 8.