Date loaf

I love dried dates! Whether they are in baking, on my porridge or just eating them as they are for a snack. Luckily this recipe satisfies my date cravings. It takes a little longer than some recipes as you have to soak the dates but it's worth it, especially when you serve it warmed and with a scoop of icecream.

1 cup dates
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablspoons butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
200ml boiling water
1 egg
¾ cup plain flour
¾ cup S.R Flour

Put dates in bowl. Add sugar, butter and baking soda. Pour boiling water over and mix well together. Allow to stand until almost cold. Add beaten egg and add sifted dry ingredients gradually. Pour into a greased, floured loaf tin. Bake in moderate oven for 40-45 minutes