1. In saucepan, combine sugar, water, shortening, dates or raisins, nutmeg, cinnamon and ground cloves. 2. Boil together for 3 minutes. Let cool. 3. Dissolve the baking soda and salt in a cup in 2 teaspoons water. Add the salt/soda to the fruit mixture. 4. Combine and gradually add flour and baking powder. 5. Pour into a greased 9-inch square pan and bake at 325° for 50 minutes. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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