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Fruit Cake

Source of Recipe


Former co-worker, Sandra Hayward






List of Ingredients



• 4 c. applesauce
  
• 1 1/2 c. sugar
  
• 1 1/2 c. shortening
  
• 4 c. flour
  
• 4 tsp. salt
  
• 1-2 tsp. cinnamon
  
• 1-2 tsp. nutmeg
  
• 1 lb. (2 c.) raisins
  
• 1 lb. (2 c.) chopped dates
  
• 1 lb. mixed candied fruit
  
• 2 c. chopped nuts
  






Instructions



1. Heat applesauce. Add sugar and shortening while cooking; cool until just warm.
   
   
2. Add all other ingredients; pour into greasted and floured loaf pans. Bake at 300 degrees for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until it tests done with a toothpick. Do not overcook.
   
   
3. If desired, brush top with melted butter while still warm.