Christmas series #1 : 3 in 1 fruit mix

Hey guys, so unfortunately I have had to drop the lactose free series until after the new year as I haven't had time to do any research on it so consequently have no recipes. But I do however have my Christmas series all lined up! I am going away for Christmas tomorrow but I have written up all of the recipes and I will just upload them from my phone so you will get consistent updates.
But today I am going to tell you how to make a three in one recipe. It is a fruit cake recipe and it is the only recipe we use to make our fruit cakes, mince pies and Christmas pudding (In one batch!).
So lets begin!
You will need: 2 1/3 cups of sultanas, 2 cups of dried currants, 2 1/3 cups of coarsely chopped raisins, 1 cup of finely chopped dates, 3/4 cup of finely chopped seeded prunes, 1 cup of finely chopped dried figs, 2 large apples grated coarsely, 1/4 cup of treacle (or maple syrup or even honey. It really doesn't change it that much!), 2 1/4 cups of firmly packed dark brown sugar, 2 cups of brandy, 2 teaspoons of ground ginger and 1 teaspoon of each nutmeg and cinnamon.

This isn't an attractive photo I know but it is a very scrumptious recipe

This is a very simple recipe in that you just combine everything in a VERY large bowl, cover with plastic wrap and store away in a cool and dark place for anything up to 3 months! Just ensure that you stir it every two to three days and it will all be good!
This recipe makes enough for one Christmas pudding, a fruit cake and a dozen mince pies!

So there it is and until next time, keep on cooking
Kat Xx