Christmas Molasses Fruit Bonbons - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. molasses
1/4 c. water
3/4 (15 oz.) pkg. raisins
1 lb. candied fruit
1/2 c. butter or margarine
2/3 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. plus 8 Tbsp. flour, sifted
1/8 tsp. soda
3/4 tsp. each: cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves
1/4 c. orange juice or brandy
1/2 c. coarsely chopped nuts

Preparation

Blend molasses and water. Bring to boil slowly.
Add raisins and bring to a boil.
Boil 3 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Stir in the rest of the fruit.
Cream butter and sugar.
Add eggs to creamy mixture.