Orange Date Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, cream butter and 2 cups sugar.
2. 2
   Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Add 2 teaspoons orange peel.
4. 4
   Combine flour and baking soda; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk.
5. 5
   Stir in dates and pecans.
6. 6
   Pour into a greased and floured 10-in.
7. 7
   tube pan; spread evenly.
8. 8
   Bake at 325 for 70-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
9. 9
   combine the orange juice and remaining sugar and orange peel; pour over cake.
10. 10
    Cool for 30 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.