Date Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Grease a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, combine the dates and boiling water; let cool to room temperature.
4. 4
   In another bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and allspice.
5. 5
   In a large bowl, beat together the egg, sugar, butter, and vanilla extract.
6. 6
   Add the date mixture, beating to combine.
7. 7
   Fold in flour mixture and stir until completely mixed.
8. 8
   Add nuts.
9. 9
   Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
10. 10
    Bake for 1 hour or until done.
11. 11
    Cool in pan for 10 minutes.
12. 12
    Remove from pan; cool.
13. 13
    Cut into slices and serve with butter or cream cheese.