Fruit Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Cream sugar and shortening.
2. 2
   Add 2 eggs, one at a time.
3. 3
   Beat well.
4. 4
   Add molasses and water or milk and mix well.
5. 5
   Add spices and soda to the flour; mix well.
6. 6
   Add to the other mixture, then add the fruit.
7. 7
   The dough will be quite stiff.
8. 8
   Form into rolls about 1-inch in diameter.
9. 9
   Place on the width of the cookie sheet. Press flat, coat with the white of egg which has been slightly beaten.
10. 10
    Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.
11. 11
    Test with toothpick. Cut into bars while warm.
12. 12
    Makes approximately
13. 13
    36 bars.