1 pound of butter, 1 pound of sugar, 1 pound of flour, 3 pounds of raisins, 2½ pounds of currants, 1½ pounds of citron, 1 glass of preserves, ½ teacupful of molasses, 1 wineglassful of brandy or wine, tablespoonful each of cinnamon, allspice and cloves, and 3 teaspoonsful of baking powder.