Tom Coon Fruit Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Crush graham crackers and place in 6-quart mixing bowl, add nuts, raisins, candied fruits and cherries.
2. 2
   Cut marshmallows in half and place in top of double boiler.
3. 3
   Add orange juice and maraschino cherry juice.
4. 4
   Stir until marshmallows are melted.
5. 5
   Add Peach Schnapps; remove marshmallow mixture from heat and beat with highest speed of electric mixer for 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Add graham cracker mixture and blend thoroughly.
7. 7
   Line 2 bread loaf pans (9 x 5 x 2-inch) with two strips of wax paper 3-inches above rim.
8. 8
   Turn fruitcake in to the pan.
9. 9
   Press with spoon, fold wax paper over cake and press down with hands.
10. 10
    Chill in refrigerator at least 8 hours before slicing.
11. 11
    Makes about 7 pounds fruit cake.