4 eggs (unbeaten)
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. oil
1 tsp. salt
1 c. sifted flour
1 lb. pitted dates
4 c. whole pecan halves

Combine eggs, sugar and oil; beat well. Add remaining ingredients, mixing well. Place in greased and floured 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.

Bake in slow oven (300°F) for 2 hours. Cake must be started in cold oven.

Makes 1 (3 pound) loaf.