That sounds delicious, Gary. I've seen a couple of recipes lately that have dates in them. One in particular was a cookie recipe by Paula Deen in her latest magazine. I think dates are making a "comeback". smile

"Grits is one of those country-boy words that is both singular and plural-like deer, elk and sheep. I think the singular is appropriate when there's a modifier that makes it clear one is talking about something specific. Like, 'Grits are good for you, but these here grits is tasty.'"~~Joe Wrabek