2 c. sifted flour
4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. nuts, chopped
3/4 c. candied fruit, mixed
2 eggs
1 c. milk
3 tbsp. shortening, melted

Sift dry ingredients together. Add nuts and fruits and stir until well covered. Beat eggs and combine with milk and melted shortening. Add to flour mixture and stir just enough to moisten flour. Pour into a well-greased loaf pan.