Date Loaf
["2 1/2 c. granulated sugar", "1 c. evaporated milk", "2 c. chopped pecans", "1 1/2 c. chopped dates"]
["Cook sugar and milk over medium heat (stirring constantly) to soft ball stage (235\u00b0).", "Add dates and pecans.", "Let cool.", "Turn into a buttered pan.", "Knead until creamy and stiff.", "Shape into a roll.", "Wrap in damp dish towel or waxed paper.", "Chill and then slice.", "Makes approximately 1 1/2 pounds."]
["sugar", "milk", "pecans", "dates"]