Gram Ward'S Date Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. chopped dates
1 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 Tbsp. margarine
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/4 c. flour
1/2 c. walnut pieces
1 c. hot water

Preparation

Stir soda and water into dates.
Cream sugar, eggs and margarine.
Add dates, flour, baking powder and nuts.
Batter will be very thin.
Pour into prepared 9 x 13-inch or slightly smaller pan.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 30 minutes or until it springs back when touched.
Needs no frosting.
Very good with whipped cream.