2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. pitted dates, chopped
1 c. sliced maraschino cherries
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate pieces
4 eggs
1 c. sugar

Mix first 3 items. Add nuts, fruit, chocolate and mix lightly. Beat eggs and sugar and stir into first mixture. Line a 9x5x3 inch loaf pan with brown paper. Butter paper. Pour in mixture. Bake 325 degrees about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Cool on rack. Bread is best if stored, well wrapped, for a day or two before slicing.