MID-WINTER FRUITCAKE



3 C sifted flour		   2 1/4 C sugar
2 1/4 tsp baking soda		   1 � tsp each - salt, cinnamon & nutmeg
� tsp each - cloves & allspice	   3/4 C shortening
3/4 C apple juice		   1 � C unpared ground apples
3 eggs		                   1 � C chopped raisins
1 � C chopped walnuts

1.  Sift first 8 ingredients into a bowl; drop in shortening.
2.  Add apples and juice; using electric mixer,  beat on low for 2 minutes.
3.  Add raisins and nuts; mix well.
4.  Pour into two 8" loaf pans.
5.  Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour, 15 minutes.



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