Date Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.).
2. 2
   Spray 9x5 inch loaf pan with vegetable spray.
3. 3
   Pour hot water over dates and let cool.
4. 4
   Mix flour and soda together, add sugar and salt.
5. 5
   Stir in dates and water.
6. 6
   Add melted butter, beaten egg, and vanilla, and walnuts.
7. 7
   Mix well.
8. 8
   Pour into pan.
9. 9
   Bake for 1 hour.
10. 10
    Let loaf cool in pan for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove to rack and let cool completely.