Old-Fashioned Fruit Candy.

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Old-Fashioned Fruit Candy

 

1 cup dried figs, about 1/4 lb

1 cup pitted dates

1 cup raisins

1 cup dried apricots

1 cup nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)

1 tsp. grated lemon or orange rind

3 tbsps. lemon juice

 

Grind fruits and nuts together through fine blade of food grinder. Then add

juice and rind. Line a pan with wax paper. Pack fruit mixture well, and smooth

the top. Place a weight on top and let stand for a few hours, then cut into

squares. Decorate tops with shredded coconut or walnut halves. Optional

additions: add 1 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ, or 1 cup

granola-type cereal after grinding. For added sweetness add 2 tablespoons honey.

Store in refrigerator or freezer.