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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. whole shelled pecans (approximately 4 c.)
  • 1 lb. whole dates, pitted
  • 1 c. (8 oz.) maraschino cherries, drained
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Method

  • Mix together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • Add fruit and nuts.
  • Beat eggs; add with vanilla.
  • Pour into fruit mixture and mix with hands.
  • Bake at 300° for 1 hour and 20 minutes (9 x 13-inch pan for double recipe).
  • Use loaf pan for single recipe. Line pan with aluminum foil for easy removal.