Date Nut Fruit Cake
Date Nut Fruit Cake is an impressive dessert you can prepare in about 1 hour 40 minutes. Made with . dates, c. hot water, c. shortening, c. sugar and eggs, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.
Chop dates and pour the 1 1/4 cups of hot water over them and set aside to soak.
In a large bowl cream shortening, sugar and eggs.
Add dates and warm water that they have been soaking in. Add vanilla, cinnamon, salt and soda.
Then add flour and pecans. Add cherries (with juice), raisins and candied pineapple.
Mix well.
Put in a 12 cup tube pan with floured sides and a waxed paper ring in the bottom.
Bake at 325 degrees for 2 hours.
DO NOT PREHEAT OVEN.
Upon removal, wrap immediately in foil.
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