Date Cake Delicious

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Butter and flour two 6-cup (8-by-4-inch) loaf pans; set aside.
3. 3
   In a mixing bowl, combine the dates, shortening and 1 1/2 cups boiling water.
4. 4
   Set aside to cool, stirring frequently.
5. 5
   In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and egg; whisk to combine.
6. 6
   Add to the date mixture and stir well until combined.
7. 7
   In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cloves and nutmeg.
8. 8
   Add the date and sugar mixture and stir just until combined.
9. 9
   Stir in the nuts.
10. 10
    Divide batter between the pans.
11. 11
    Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, being careful not to overbake; 50 minutes to 1 hour.
12. 12
    Cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and finish cooling on a rack.