This went over big at Easter at my house.
Orange Date Bread

1 orange
1 c. sugar
1 c. dates, finely cut
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking powder
1 egg, beaten
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. nuts (optional)
1 TB. butter

Squeeze the orange, add water to make 1 cup. Grind the orange rind, or chop very fine. Cream butter and sugar, add vanilla and juice. Add soda, baking powder and salt to flour. Sift together; add dates and nuts; put the two mixtures together and mix well. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 - 60 minutes. Makes 1 large loaf. Very orangey taste. Good! (shacra)