1 c dates 1 c boiling water 2 T vegetable oil 1 3/4 c all-purpose flour 1 t vanilla 1 t baking soda 1 c brown sugar 1 1/2 t baking powder 1/2 t salt 1 c walnuts

Combine dates, water & oil or shortening. Let cool. Combine the baking soda with the flour & mix well. Add the brown sugar, baking powder, vanilla, salt & nuts to the date mixture. Mix well. Gently fold in the flour & baking soda mixture. If too dry, add a little more water.

Bake in greased muffin pans at 325F for 25 minutes, or until cooked through.

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