An American Family History

1 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp soda
1/4 tsp. salt
2 cup persimmon pulp
3/4 c. sugar
1 tbsp. butter
1 c. milk
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 tsp. vanilla

Sift together flour, soda & salt.

In mixing bowl, combine persimmon, sugar & butter.

Add flour mixture and milk alternately to batter, beating until smooth.

Stir in chopped nuts & vanilla.

Pour into lightly greased & floured pan.

Set into larger pan containing hot water.

Bake in a moderately slow oven (325°) 1 hour.

Serve with cream.

(I usually just put it in a casserole with lid & bake.)