Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 1/4 c. flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp. cloves
  • 2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 c. liquid from cooked prunes
  • 1 c. prunes, cooked
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 c. walnuts

Method

  • Cream shortening; add sugar, then eggs (one at a time).
  • Beat thoroughly.
  • Sift together all dry ingredients.
  • Blend into creamed mixture alternately with prune liquid.
  • Add vanilla, prunes and nuts.
  • Spread in a greased 13 x 9 x 2 1/2-inch pan. Bake in a 350° oven until tests done.