Ingredients
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided3 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup chopped dates1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup milk2 cups waterWhipped cream or ice cream
Preparation
In a bowl, cream 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1 tablespoon butter. Sift together flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; add dates and nuts. Add flour mixture alternately with milk to creamed mixture; set aside.
In a saucepan, combine water with remaining brown sugar and butter. Bring to a boil; boil 5 minutes. Pour into a 9-in. round baking pan. Spoon batter on top of sauce. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Serve warm or cold with whipped cream or ice cream.
