Brown Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Cut up dates.
2. 2
   Sprinkle soda over dates.
3. 3
   Add boiling water. Let stand and cool some.
4. 4
   Cream butter and sugar.
5. 5
   Add eggs, then flour and salt.
6. 6
   Add vanilla and nuts.
7. 7
   Add date mixture and mix well.
8. 8
   Fill cans half full and bake at 350° for 45 to 60 minutes. Do not grease cans.
9. 9
   Batter will not stick.
10. 10
    Wrap in foil while very hot.
11. 11
    This makes 6 cans.
12. 12
    (Use any tin can, such as a green bean or corn can.)