Ingredients
1 Egg
8 Tablespoons Shortening
1/8 Teaspoon Salt
1 Cup Sugar
1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
1 Cup Butter Milk
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1/2 Teaspoon Cloves
1 3/4 Cups Flour
1 Pound of Cut up Dates
Preparation
Mix Shortening, Egg, Salt, and Sugar - Set Aside Mix together Flour, Dates, and Spices (Cinnamon & Cloves) Dissolve Baking Soda in Buttermilk - Add to Egg Mixture Beat in Flour and Dates Mixture Pour Batter into Greased and Floured Loaf Pan or Angel Food Pan Bake at 350 for 60-75 Minutes
