My Mother-In-Law'S Favorite Dessert
["3/4 c. tapioca (large)", "2 c. hot water", "pinch of salt", "1 c. chopped dates", "1 c. brown sugar", "1 tsp. vanilla", "chopped nuts (optional)"]
["Cook tapioca in hot water (you may soak overnight) with salt in top of double boiler until transparent.", "Add dates, brown sugar, flavoring and nuts.", "Cool in refrigerator.", "Serve with whipped cream."]
["tapioca", "water", "salt", "dates", "brown sugar", "vanilla", "nuts"]