1 c. sugar
1 c. raisins
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. water (or coffee)
1 tsp. cloves

Boil together for 5 minutes then let cool.

2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda

Add to above. Add:

1 c. mixed fruit
1 c. chopped nuts

Put in loaf pan, bake in moderate oven 45 minutes.