Holiday Persimmon Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients, except dates and nuts.
2. 2
   In another bowl, place mashed persimmons and add milk,lemon juice,and vanilla,and mix.
3. 3
   Combine the two mixtures.
4. 4
   When well blended add the butter and dates.
5. 5
   Mix to distribute,but,do not overmix.
6. 6
   Pour batter into a buttered 8x8x2 inch cake pan.
7. 7
   Bake in preheated 325 degree oven 50 to 60 minutes,or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
8. 8
   The edges should be rather crusty.
9. 9
   Good served with whipped cream.