Instructions: Makes 18 servings

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1. Preheat oven to 3250. Lightly spray or brush a 10-inch bundt pan with oil.

2. Into a large bowl, sift flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Add dried fruits, zests, and nuts. Toss to coat mixture with flour.

3. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream margarine and sugar, using the paddle attachment. Gradually add eggs, grape juice, and extract. Beat until smooth. Gradually add flour and fruit mixture. Beat until just mixed.

4. Spread batter into prepared pan. Bake about 1 hour, until a knife inserted into the center of the cake comes our clean. Allow to cool before removing from pan.

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