Holiday Gift Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine softened cream cheese, margarine, sugar and vanilla, mixing until well blended.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3. 3
   Gradually add 2 cups flour sifted with baking powder, mixing well after each addition.
4. 4
   Toss remaining flour with cherries and nuts; fold into batter.
5. 5
   Pour batter into greased and floured loaf pans.
6. 6
   Bake in a 325° oven for 60 to 80 minutes.
7. 7
   Cool 5 minutes; remove from pan.
8. 8
   Cool thoroughly.
9. 9
   Mix confectioners sugar and milk.
10. 10
    Glaze warm loaves.