1 1/2 c. sugar
3 sticks butter
3 eggs
3 c. flour
1 tbsp. cinnamon
Pinch salt
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tbsp. hot water
1 lb. chopped dates
1 lb. raisins
1/4 c. red candied cherries
1/4 c. green candied cherries
1 c. chopped nuts