Date and Ginger Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Melt the butter in a saucepan.
2. 2
   Add the dates, sugar and ginger.
3. 3
   Bring to the boil and reduce to a simmer for 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the bicarb, transfer to a large bowl and let cool for 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the egg and sifted flour - fold carefully to mix.
6. 6
   Pour into a well greased and lioned 20 cm square tin and bake at 180oC (360F) for 40 minutes (or until cooked when tested with a skewer).
7. 7
   Cool in the pan for 10 minutes and turn out.
8. 8
   Best served warm with butter.