2 c. sifted flour
3/4 c. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. coarsely chopped walnuts
1 c. dates, cut up
1 c. applesauce
2 tbsp. melted shortening
1 egg, beaten

Sift dry ingredients. Add walnuts and dates. In mixing bowl beat egg; add applesauce and melted shortening. Add dry ingredients, stir just until blended. Pour into greased loaf pan (about 8"x4"x4"). Bake in 350 degree oven 1 hour. Cool on rack.