Williamsburg Tea Bread

1. 1

   Set oven at 300u00b0.

2. 2

   Beat eggs and sugar together until creamy. Add flour, salt and baking powder.

3. 3

   Stir in dates, nuts and vanilla by hand.

4. 4

   Spoon into greased 9 1/2 x 4 1/2

5. 5

   x 2 1/4-inch loaf pan.

6. 6

   Cover with foil and bake on middle shelf for 1 1/2 hours.

7. 7

   Increase heat to 325u00b0, remove foil and bake another 15 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into middle of the cake.

8. 8

   Turn out and cool completely before slicing.

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