"It's A Family Heirloom…"

"sunblond;c-17059401" wrote:
Growing up, there was inevitably one of those brick like store bought fruitcakes around during the holidays. I was not a fan.

Then when I was living on my own, an elderly neighbor lady made a fruitcake from scratch, I mean she literally candied the fruit herself, not just bought a mix and baked it. It was delicious.

It's such a big deal, that I recall receiving a Christmas Card years ago where Spock was making fun of the 'brick' to which you refer! But, yes, I've had some that was manufactured, but it was Gourmet and done very well. Love it, probably ate way too much of it, too.