Date And Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Boil water and remove from stove.
2. 2
   Add dates and soda.
3. 3
   Let stand.
4. 4
   Beat butter and sugar.
5. 5
   Add eggs and beat.
6. 6
   Add vanilla, then dry ingredients.
7. 7
   Mix well.
8. 8
   Add date mixture and nuts.
9. 9
   Fill greased and floured pans half full.
10. 10
    Bake 1 hour at 350°.
11. 11
    Makes 2 loaves, 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch pans.