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Watkins Fondant Loaf

3 cups sugar
2 cups boiling water
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
3/4 cup finely cut dates
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup nut meats

Boil sugar, water, cream of tartar until soft ball stage when tested in cold water.

Let cool, beat vigorously until white and creamy.

Add dates, nuts, shredded coconut and knead like bread dough.

Roll, and cut in slices.