Ingredients

1 pound butter, softened2-1/2 cups sugar3 eggs5 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups raisins1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts1/2 cup each chopped red and green candied cherries1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple

Preparation

In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Combine flour and baking soda; add to creamed mixture. Stir in raisins, nuts, cherries and pineapple; mix well. Shape into 2-in. rolls; wrap in waxed paper or foil. Freeze at least 2 hours.

Cut into 1/4-in. slices; place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.