Pineapple-Date Bread

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup chopped dates
• 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon soda

In a mixing bowl, combine egg, milk, shortening, pineapple, nuts, and dates. Sift together dry ingredients; add to the first mixture. Stir just to moisten. Transfer to a greased and floured 9x5x3-inch loaf pan. Bake at 350° for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden pick or cake tester inserted in center comes out clean.