Cheddar Date Nut Loaf

--Adopted Recipe--

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 8  ounces dates, finely chopped
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 3⁄4 cup boiling water
• 1 3⁄4 cups unbleached flour, sifted
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 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.