Pour boiling water over dried fruit to cover

Let stand to soften 5 to 15 minutes; drain

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F

In preheating oven, melt butter in a 13 x 9 baking pan, checking frequently to avoid scorching

In blender, combine eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla

Blend lightly to mix

Add flour

Mix well in blender

With a wooden spoon or rub- ber spatula, stir in chopped dried fruit

Pour into baking pan containing melted butter. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until puffy and golden brown

If desired, sprinkle with lemon juice and powdered sugar or serve with berry jam or jelly.