Chocolate Date Pecan Sundae

Chocolate Date Pecan Sundae

Course :	Chocolate
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	4

Ingredients:

3/4	cup	maple-flavored syrup
1/2	cup	dates -- coarsely chopped
1/2	cup	pecan halves
1/2	cup	maraschino cherry halves
1/2	piece	cinnamon stick
1/4	cup	brandy
1	quart	chocolate ice cream

Preparation:

1. Combine all ingredients except brandy and ice cream in saucepan; simmer 2 to 3 minutes. 2. Stir in brandy; cool 3. Serve over ice cream. NOTE: Substitute a butterscotch sauce for maple syrup, if desired.