create: pumpkin, date and walnut damper

I can't remember exactly how my mum used to make this, but this is my version created by trial and error, and we love it for a late Sunday breakfast.

2 cups SR flour

2 tbsp castor sugar

30 gm butter

1 cup or so mashed cooked pumpkin

1 egg

2/3 cup chopped dates

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

flour, milk, sugar extra

Combine flour and sugar.  Rub in butter.  Mix through the mashed pumpkin and lightly beaten egg.  It should look like a soft dough.  Depending on the amount of pumpkin you have used, you may need to adjust with more flour.  If it needs more liquid, add a tablespoon or so of milk.  Add the dates and walnuts.  On a floured baking tray, shape the dough into a circle, about 3cm or so in height.  Gently score the top of the damper with a knife to show 8 wedges.  Brush with milk, sprinkle top with extra sugar. Bake in moderate oven for 25 minutes or until the damper sounds hollow on tapping.  Serve with butter, golden syrup and a pot of tea!