Cherry Nut Mini Loaves

Ingredients

• 1 (3 ounce) package dried tart cherries (3/4 cup)
• 1/2 cup brandy
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup shelled walnut halves, coarsely chopped