SWEET FRUIT CAKE 
2 eggs
2 c. water
2 pkgs. Pillsbury Date Quick Bread Mix
2 c. pecans (halves or chopped)
2 c. raisins
2 c. (12-13 oz.) candied cherries
1 c. candied pineapple, cut into wedges
Corn syrup

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour bottom and sides of 12-cup fluted tube pan or 10" tube pan. In large bowl, combine eggs and water. Add remaining ingredients; by hand, stir until combined. Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 75 to 85 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 30 minutes; loosen edges and remove from pan. Cool completely. Wrap in plastic or foil and store in refrigerator. If desired, glaze with warm corn syrup before serving; decorate with candied fruits and nuts. 24 to 36 servings.

Pillsbury Nut Quick Bread Mix can be substituted.

If desired, substitute 2 pounds (4 cups) candied fruit mixture for candied cherries and pineapple.

 

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