Good-Cooking - Can Can Date-Nut Bread

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package Bordo Imported Diced Dates
• 3/4 cup raisins
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2 tablespoons soft butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 1/3 cups flour
• 3/4 cup chopped pecans