Fruit Soup

Ingredients

• 1 11 ounce package mixed dried fruit
• ½ cup raisins
• 2 to 4 inches stick cinnamon
• 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
• 1 - 18 ounce can pineapple juice
• ½ cup currant jelly
• ¼ cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons quick cooking tapioca
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Method

1. In a large saucepan combine the mixed dried fruits, raisins, cinnamon, and 4 cups water.
2. Bring to a boil, simmer uncovered, until the fruit is tender.
3. About 30 minutes.
4. Add the remaining ingredients.
5. Bring to a boil, cover and cook over low heat 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove the stick cinnamon.
7. Serve warm or chilled.

Makes 8 to 10 servings.