Date Pudding Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. dates, cut fine
1 c. boiling water
1 tsp. baking soda
1 Tbsp. butter
1 egg
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. flour
2 c. chopped nuts

Preparation

Combine ingredients and mix well.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 40 to 45 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean.
Cool.
Top with topping.