1/2 c. shortening
3 eggs, separated
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. thick sweetened applesauce
1 c. nuts, chopped
1 1/2 c. raisins
1 c. dates, chopped
1 c. orange, lemon, citron combined, cut
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
3 tbsp. water
2 1/2 c. flour

Mix in the order given, except for egg whites. Sift dry ingredients. Beat egg whites and fold in. Bake in greased pan at 350 degrees for 60 minutes or until it tests done.