1 1/2 lb. mixed nuts, coarsely chopped (walnuts, pecans and almonds)
1 lb. raisins and chopped dates
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 c. flour
1/2 c. sugar
1 jar maraschino cherries, drained
4 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix all together well.

Bake at 300°F for 1 3/4 hours if using two 9 x 5 loaf pans or 55 minutes if using 8 mini loaf pans or 20 to 25 minutes if using mini muffin pan (makes 48).