Ingredients

1 C. brown sugar
1/3 C. shortening
1 1/4 C. raisins
1/2 C. chopped dates
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 C. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda

Cooking Instructions

Boil sugar, shortening, raisins, dates, salt, and spices for 3 minute. Remove from heat and let cool. When cool, add flour and baking soda that have been sifted together; beat well. Pour into a greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
 
 
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