Instructions

  1. Grease and flour 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, pour boiling water over dates or raisins, add soda and let stand for 5 minutes.
  3. Add natural bran, flour, rolled oats, sugar, baking powder, salt and milk.
  4. Mix until combined.
  5. Pour into loaf pan.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 70-80 minutes or until toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean.