Nanny Marge'S Date Loaf - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. sugar
3 Tbsp. light corn syrup
1 (8 oz.) pkg. chopped dates
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. milk
2 Tbsp. oleo
1 c. chopped pecans

Preparation

In saucepan, mix sugar, milk, syrup, margarine and dates.
Cook to soft-ball stage (240\u00b0).
Add pecans and vanilla.
Beat until mixture becomes firm.
Pour onto damp clean kitchen towel and shape into 1 1/2-inch roll.
Refrigerate until firm.
Slice to serve.