DATE NUT TORTE

1 cup chopped dates
1 (6 ounce package) Nabisco Zwieback, finely rolled (2 cups crumbs)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup sour cream
whipped cream or your favorite sauce (for serving)

Soak dates in enough hot water to cover for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain.

Combine crumbs, cinnamon and nuts. Beat eggs with sugar until pale and lemon colored; add orange rind. Stir into dry ingredients; add butter, sour cream and dates and mix thoroughly. Pour into a well greased 8-inch square pan.

Bake in a slow oven (325 degrees F) 40 to 45 minutes or until done.

Serve warm topped with whipped cream or your favorite sauce.

Makes 8 servings
From: Recipelink.com
Source: Zwieback package label