Ingredients
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1 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
2 Tbsp. cream or milk
3 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. dates, chopped
1 c. nuts, chopped
1 tsp. vanilla
Preparation
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Sift flour with soda and cream of tartar.
Cream shortening and sugar.
Add eggs and cream or milk.
Add dry ingredients, dates, nuts and flavoring; mix thoroughly.
Form into a loaf. Chill overnight.
Next day, slice thin and bake on well-greased baking sheet at 400\u00b0 for 10 minutes or until delicately browned.
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