Ingredients

  • 3 c. Brazil nuts, coarsely chopped
  • 1 lb. graham crackers, crushed
  • 1 Tbsp. grated orange rind
  • 1 lb. seedless raisins
  • 1 c. diced, mixed glazed fruit
  • 1 (8 oz.) jar glazed cherries
  • 1/8 tsp. allspice
  • 1 lb. marshmallows
  • 3/4 c. orange juice
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. cloves
  • 1/8 tsp. ginger

Method

  • Butter 2 loaf pans (10 1/4 x 3 5/8 x 2 5/8-inch).
  • Line with 2 strips waxed paper, extending paper above rim.
  • Butter again; set aside.
  • Put Brazil nuts in a large mixing bowl with graham crackers, raisins, glazed fruit and glazed cherries.
  • Place marshmallows in top of double boiler with orange juice, vanilla, orange rind and spices.
  • Heat over boiling water, stirring occasionally, until marshmallows are melted.
  • Add Brazil nut-fruit mixture; blend thoroughly.
  • Turn into prepared pans, pressing with spoon.
  • Fold waxed paper over cake.
  • Press down with hands.
  • Chill in refrigerator 6 to 8 hours.