Poor Man's Fruit Cake Recipe

Summary

CuisineCourse
MethodVegetarian
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Raisins1 1⁄3 Cup (21.33 tbs)
 Packed brown sugar1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Lard1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 All purpose flour1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs)
 Baking soda1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Ground cinnamon1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Ground cloves1⁄2 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2736 Calories from Fat 491

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 55 g84.2%

Saturated Fat 20.7 g103.3%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 48.7 mg16.2%

Sodium 1752.7 mg73%

Total Carbohydrates 558 g186.1%

Dietary Fiber 16.1 g64.5%

Sugars 362 g

Protein 27 g54.5%

Vitamin A 0.4% Vitamin C 12.7%

Calcium 37.8% Iron 84.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Heat raisins, sugar, lard, and 1 cup water till sugar dissolves and lard melts.
Cool.
Stir together flour, soda, salt, and spices.
Add to lard mixture; beat smooth.
Pour into greased and floured 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan.
Bake at 350°for45 to 50 minutes.
Cool in pan.
Wrap; store overnight.
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