Yield: 1 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| ¾ pounds | Dates; cut in half |
| 1 cup | Hot water |
| 1 teaspoon | Soda |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| ½ cup | Shortening |
| ¼ teaspoon | Salt |
| 2 \N | Eggs; beaten |
| 1 teaspoon | Vanilla |
| 1¾ cup | Flour |
| 1 teaspoon | Cocoa |
| ½ cup | Pecans; whole |
| 1 \N | Chocolate chips; small pack ge |
Over dates, pour hot water with soda. Let cool. Cream sugar and shortening. Add dates and salt. Add eggs, vanilla and flour sifted with cocoa. Pour in 9 x 13" pan. Sprinkle pecans and chocolate chips over dough in pan. Bake 40 minutes in moderate (350 degree) oven.
Serve with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired.