Date Nut Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Soak dates in
2. 2
   3 cups hot water 10 minutes to plump.
3. 3
   Drain off water and refrigerate dates.
4. 4
   They must be cold before using. Cream together oleo and sugar until well blended.
5. 5
   Add eggs, vanilla, salt, water, baking soda, pecans and flour.
6. 6
   Mix as little as possible because gluten will develop and make muffins tough.
7. 7
   Fold in dates.
8. 8
   Spoon batter into muffin cups and bake in preheated 350° oven for 20 to 30 minutes.