1/2 c. hot water
2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. orange rind

Add:

1/3 c. orange juice
1/2 c. raisins
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1/2 c. nuts
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. mixed candied fruit

Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.