Date Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine dates, boiling water and shortening.
2. 2
   Cover and cool. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
3. 3
   Beat sugar and egg together and add to dates alternately with sifted dry ingredients. Add broken nuts; pour into greased loaf pan.
4. 4
   Let stand 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Bake in slow oven at 325° for 50 to 60 minutes.
6. 6
   Turn onto cake rack to cool.
7. 7
   Flavor improves after standing 24 hours.