Mary's Christmas Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Soak fruit, baking soda,and cream of tartar in sherry and ginger ale over night.
2. 2
   Cream butter and sugar.
3. 3
   Add eggs one at a time.
4. 4
   Add a little flour if nec to prevent curdling.
5. 5
   Add flour and fruit.
6. 6
   Mix well.
7. 7
   Place in large paper lined and greased tin.
8. 8
   Place in pre heated oven 190 degrees C.
9. 9
   Bake 1 hour at 190C, then lower heat to 160C and bake 4 to 4 1/2 hours till cooked.
10. 10
    If cake begins to brown too much during cooking, cover with a piece of brown paper.