Date Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Pour boiling water over dates and nuts.
2. 2
   Let them stand until cool.
3. 3
   Mix shortening and sugar.
4. 4
   Add the eggs, without heating. Sift salt with flour.
5. 5
   Now add soda to dates and nuts.
6. 6
   Add alternately to the sugar mixture with flour.
7. 7
   Lastly, stir in 2 to 3 cups cold water.
8. 8
   Bake in two loaf pans at 350° for about 45 minutes.