This has been in our family for years and I think is what you are looking for. I hope so.

DATE LOG

2 1/2 cups sugar
1 package dates
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup milk
1 cup nuts, chopped

Cook the sugar and milk to soft ball stage.

Add finely chopped dates. Stir until melted. When soft ball stage is again reached remove from heat and add nuts and butter. Stir as long as possible.

Pour out onto a thin cloth that has been dampened in cold water. Roll from side to side into log shape.

When cold, cut into slices.