1 (14 oz.) pkg. gingerbread mix
1 (8 oz.) can applesauce
1/2 c. raisins
1 (4 oz.) jar (1/2 c.) chopped mixed candied fruits and peels
1 (14 oz.) pkg. white creamy type frosting mix
2 tbsp. lemon juice

Combine one 14 ounce package gingerbread mix and one 8 ounce can applesauce. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed with electric mixer. Stir in 1/2 cup raisins and one 4 ounce jar (1/2 cup) chopped mixed candied fruits and peels. Spread in greased 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 inch pan. Bake in moderate oven (375 degrees) for 15 minutes.

Prepare one 14 ounce package white creamy-type frosting mix according to package directions, substituting 2 tablespoons lemon juice for half the liquid. Spread on cooled cookies, cut in 1 x 1 1/2 inch bars. Makes about 8 dozen bars.