1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. granulated sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
2 c. finely chopped tart apples
1 (8 oz.) pkg. dates, cut up to equal 1 c.

TOPPING:

1/4 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Cream shortening and sugar and egg; set aside. Sift flour, soda, and salt. Add to cream mixture and stir in fruit. Put in greased pan (11 1/2 x 7 x 1 1/2). Mix topping together and spread on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes.