Date and Ginger Cake

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a saucepan.

2. 2

   Add the dates, sugar and ginger.

3. 3

   Bring to the boil and reduce to a simmer for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the bicarb, transfer to a large bowl and let cool for 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the egg and sifted flour - fold carefully to mix.

6. 6

   Pour into a well greased and lioned 20 cm square tin and bake at 180oC (360F) for 40 minutes (or until cooked when tested with a skewer).

7. 7

   Cool in the pan for 10 minutes and turn out.

8. 8

   Best served warm with butter.

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