OLD-FASHIONED THREE-POUND FRUITCAKE - Alabama Farmers Federation

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup butter or shortening
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon soda
• 1 cup water or fruit juice
• 1 (16-ounce) container diced candied mixed fruits
• 1 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup pecans (optional)
• 1 1/4 cups molasses