Date-Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In medium saucepan, combine dates, water, butter and vanilla. Cook 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Cool.
3. 3
   Add egg and sugar.
4. 4
   Sift flour with remaining ingredients and add to mixture.
5. 5
   Put in a greased and wax paper lined 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
6. 6
   Bake in moderate oven, 350°, for 1 hour or until done.
7. 7
   Cool.
8. 8
   Frost and decorate with nuts and candied cherries.
9. 9
   Keeps well.
10. 10
    Can be frozen.