posted by jgarcia 12-05-101 5:55 AM
Fruit Cake
4 c. applesauce
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. shortening
4 c. flour
4 tsp. baking soda
1 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
Heat applesauce. Add sugar and shortening while cooking; cool til just warm. Add all other ingredients; pour into greased and floured loaf pans. Bake at 300 degrees for about 1 1/2-2 hours or until tests done with toothpick. Do not overcook. If desired, brush tops with melted butter while still warm.