Cheddar Date Nut Loaf

GrandmaIsCooking's Note:

--Adopted Recipe--

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 12

• 8 ounces dates , finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ¾ cup boiling water
• 1 ¾ cups unbleached flour , sifted
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 large egg , well beaten
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese , shredded
• 1 cup walnuts , chopped

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
2. Place the dates and butter in a small bowl and pour the boiling water over them.
3. Let stand for 5 minutes.
4. Stir the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
5. Add the date mixture, egg, cheddar and nuts.
6. Mix until just blended and spoon the mixture into a well greased 9 X 5-inch loaf pan.
7. Let stand for 20 minutes.
8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven or until a wooden pick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean.
9. Turn out onto a rack and cool before slicing.
10. NOTE: The flavor improves if the bread stands overnight before serving.