Williamsburg Tea Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven at 300°.
2. 2
   Beat eggs and sugar together until creamy. Add flour, salt and baking powder.
3. 3
   Stir in dates, nuts and vanilla by hand.
4. 4
   Spoon into greased 9 1/2 x 4 1/2
5. 5
   x 2 1/4-inch loaf pan.
6. 6
   Cover with foil and bake on middle shelf for 1 1/2 hours.
7. 7
   Increase heat to 325°, remove foil and bake another 15 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into middle of the cake.
8. 8
   Turn out and cool completely before slicing.