0: Preheat the oven to 325 deg
1: In a small saucepan, heat the honey, bringing it just to the boiling point
2: Remove from heat and stir in the spices and baking soda
3: In a mixing bowl, cream the margarine and stir in the egg yolks, one at a time
4: Beat in the buttermilk until smooth
5: Add the honey mixture and mix in thoroughly, then stir in the dried fruit and nuts
6: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt
7: Make a well in the center and pour in the honey mixture
8: Stir together vigorously until thoroughly combined
9: Beat the egg whites until stiff, then fold inot the batter
10: Pour into an oiled 9 by 5 by 3 inch loaf pan
11: Bake for 55 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center test clean
12: Cool on a rack, then cover tightly with foil to store
13: Makes 1 loaf
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