Old-Time Molasses Fruitcake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. (one 15 oz. pkg.) dark raisins or 3 c. chopped dates or pitted prunes
3 c. (one 15 oz. pkg.) golden raisins or 3 c. dried apricots, chopped
3 (16 oz. size) pkg. mixed candied fruit
3/4 c. brandy, rum or apple juice
3 c. butter, margarine or shortening
2 1/2 c. sugar
12 eggs
1 Tbsp. pure vanilla extract
1 (12 oz.) bottle dark molasses
1 Tbsp. grated orange rind
1 grated lemon rind
1 (2 lb.) pkg. all-purpose flour (8 c. total)
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp. ground nutmeg
1 Tbsp. ground cloves
2 (8 oz. size) cans or 4 c. walnuts, coarsely chopped

Preparation

In large bowl, combine dark raisins, golden raisins and mixed candied fruit; toss with brandy or rum.
Cover with plastic film and allow to soak overnight at room temperature.