"Many years ago when I was sick, a dear friend stopped with a pot of soup and this beautiful bread. Every cook should have a copy of this traditional quick bread recipe in his or her files...."
INGREDIENTS
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1-1/2 cups chopped dates
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1-1/2 cups hot water
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
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2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1-1/2 cups sugar
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3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
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1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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1-1/2 teaspoons salt
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract