Fruitcake Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Chop pineapple and cherries.
2. 2
   Spread pecans evenly over bottom of greased 15 x 10 x 1-inch pan.
3. 3
   Thoroughly cream butter and sugar.
4. 4
   Add eggs and vanilla.
5. 5
   Combine flour and salt; blend into creamed mixture.
6. 6
   Spoon batter over pecan halves, pressing evenly with dampened hands.
7. 7
   Sprinkle fruit over batter and press in slightly.
8. 8
   Bake in a 300° to 325° oven for one hour.
9. 9
   (Keep a check.)
10. 10
    Cool in pan.
11. 11
    When cold, cut into bars.
12. 12
    Makes 32 to 36 bars.