Fruit Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix raisins, apricots, prunes, nuts and orange juice in a bowl.
2. 2
   Cover and let stand several hours, stirring once or twice. Grease one large 9 x 5-inch loaf pan or 2 small 2 x 3-inch pans. Line with foil.
3. 3
   Drain the fruits, reserving the liquid; add water if necessary to make 1 cup.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, mix together bread mix, egg and the cup of liquid.
5. 5
   Stir until all dry ingredients are completely mixed; add fruits.
6. 6
   Pour into prepared pans.
7. 7
   Bake in 300° oven for 1 hour and 40 minutes for large pan; 1 hour and 20 minutes for small pans.
8. 8
   Cool in pan 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from pan; take off foil and cool completely.
10. 10
    May be stored in refrigerator 2 to 3 weeks in plastic wrap or foil.