TROPICAL TREAT CAKE Several fruits combine in a wondfully moist cake that needs no frosting. It's a nice snack or lunch-box cake or a pleasing dessert served with a dollop of whipped cream. Preheat oven to 350 °F | 9-inch square cake pan, greased 1 large orange 1 medium banana 1 cup raisins 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1/2 cup buttermilk or soured milk 1 teaspoon vanilla

Peel and cut orange into pieces; remove seeds. Combine orange, banana and raisins in food processor and chop coarsely. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.

Cream together shortening, sugar and eggs in large bowl on high speed of electric mixer until light and creamy. Add fruit mixture. Add dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk and vanilla, mixing lightly after each addition. Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Makes about 8 servings.

TIP: Use a ripe banana for the best flavor.

Preparation time: 15 minutes | Baking time: 55 minutes| Freezing: excellent.

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