Fruit Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine nuts, fruit and raisins in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Toss with 1 cup flour to coat.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Cream butter and sugar; add eggs one at a time, beating each addition. Sift together 2 cups of flour and baking powder.
5. 5
   Add in thirds to the creamed mixture. Mix well.
6. 6
   Add batter to the fruit and nuts.
7. 7
   Add lemon extract; mix well.
8. 8
   Transfer to well-greased tube pan.
9. 9
   Cover tightly with foil.
10. 10
    Place pan of water on bottom grate in oven.
11. 11
    Bake the cake on shelf above the water in a 300° oven for 2 1/2 hours.
12. 12
    Remove foil.
13. 13
    Cook 3 to 5 minutes longer.
14. 14
    Cool.
15. 15
    Remove from pan and brush with syrup.
16. 16
    Pour a little bourbon or brandy over the cake. Wrap in cheesecloth and store in a tin.