Ingredients:

375 g packet mixed dried fruit

125 g slivered almonds

200 g mixed glace cherries, finely chopped

1/4 cup plain flour, sifted

150g butter, chopped

1/2 cup honey

1 egg, lightly beaten

200 g dark chocolate, broken into pieces

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F / 177 degrees C / Gas 4 Moderate. Grease a 3cm-deep, 18cm x 28cm (base) slab pan. Line with baking paper.

2. Combine dried fruit, almonds and cherries in a large bowl. Stir in the flour.

3. Combine butter and honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes or until butter melts. Allow to cool slightly. Add honey mixture and egg to fruit mixture. Mix until well combined. Spoon mixture into prepared pan and smooth surface.

4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside in pan to cool completely. Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.

5. Microwave on medium (50%) for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring every minute with a metal spoon, until almost melted. Stir until smooth. Spread chocolate over cooled slice. Set aside for 2 hours or until set. Cut into pieces. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until firm. Serve. Store in refrigerator in an airtight container.

Bon Appetit!