1 c. chopped dates
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. boiling water
1 tsp. baking soda
1 egg
1 1/3 c. sifted flour
3 tbsp. melted butter
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. chopped black walnut meats

Cut dates. Put in pan and pour the boiling water over. Put soda in and stir gently to mix. Add the egg, sugar, butter and the flour mixture. Last, add the walnuts. Grease and flour pan. Bake 35 to 40 minutes at 325 degrees. Serve with whipped cream or Cool Whip.