Ingredients

• 175g Margarine or Butter
• 100g Soft brown or white sugar
• 175g Wholemeal or white self-raising flour
• 2 eggs
• 50g Sultanas or dried fruit
• 25g Glace´ cherries (halved)
• 1 teaspoon of mixed spice

Equipment

• Large saucepan
• Small bowl
• Palette knife
• Fork
• Wooden Spoon
• Lined baking tray

Method

1. Preheat oven to gas 5/190° C.
2. Melt margarine and sugar gently in a saucepan.
3. Remove from heat, leave to cool.
4. Crack eggs into a small bowl and beat.
5. Add flour, spice, fruit and eggs to margarine and sugar, mix in well.
6. Pour into a greased and lined tin or baking tray.
7. Use a palette knife to spread the mixture evenly.
8. Bake for 15 minutes until firm to touch and golden brown.
9. Cut into squares or slices.