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Lightly oil two loaf pans.
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Combine the Fruit & Nut Medley and flour in a large freezer baggie, seal and shake it well to mix, shake off excess flour and set aside.
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Using an electric hand mixer cream the Shortening & Sugar Mixture.
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Beat the Applesauce Mixture in next.
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In increments, add the Flour Mixture, stirring well after each addition.
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Add the Fruit & Nut Medley, mix well.
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Pour into the prepared loaf pans.
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Cover with plastic wrap, refrigerate overnight.
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Remove pans from refrigerater - let sit out about 30 minutes.
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Heat oven to 275 degrees.
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Bake for approx 2 1/2 hours, test for doneness with a toothpick.
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Cool on wire racks, remove from pans when cool.
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Serve or wrap well and let sit for 1 more day to age.
