2 c. water
3/4 c. Crisco
1 pkg. mince meat

Combine and bring to boil and boil 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool. Sift together:

3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt

Add to cool mince meat mixture; mix well. Stir in 1/2 cup nuts. Add:

1 can diced fruit
1 sm. pkg. cherries
2 slices pineapple
Few dates

Bake in tube pan 60 minutes at 325 degrees.