1/2 lb. pitted dates
4 oz. candied fruit
1 lb. mixed dried fruit such as figs, prunes, apricots, apples, raisins, currants, etc.
2 c. Brazil nuts, shelled
1 c. pecans
1 c. coconut
1 c. sifted flour
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
4 eggs, well beaten
1 tsp. each vanilla and brandy (or rum) extract

Combine fruit, nuts and coconut in a large bowl. If the fruit is very dry, soak it in hot water to soften first. Sift together dry ingredients, toss with fruit and nuts until they are well coated. Stir in eggs and extracts, mix well.

Grease and flour two 9x5x3 inch loaf pans (line with greased paper if you like). Pour in batter distributing it evenly. Bake in 325 degree oven 1 hour or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. These will store in plastic in a cool place for a long time.