3 c. unsweetened applesauce
1 c. butter
2 c. sugar
4 1/2 c. flour
4 tsp. baking soda
Brandy (optional)
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 lb. mixed fruits
1 lb. raisins
1 lb. currants
1 c. walnuts or pecans

Combine applesauce, butter and sugar; set overnight. Next day, add remaining ingredients. Bake in a slow oven at 350 degrees for about 1 1/2 hours. Makes 3 loaf-size cakes. Put in well buttered loaf-size pans and cover with waxed paper to prevent raisins from burning.