Sweet Potato, Cranberry and Apple Bread

Sweet Potato, Cranberry and Apple Bread 1 1/2 C. mashed sweet potatoes (I used 1 large potato) 1/2 C. dried cranberries 1/3 C. shortening 1/2 C. sugar 2 large eggs 1 3/4 C. sifted self rising flour 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 medium apple, any kind, peeled and grated Place the cranberries in a bowl and cover with warm water, let stand for 10 minutes and drain. In a mixing bowl, beat together the shortening and sugar until well combined. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Beat in the flour and mashed sweet potatoes, alternating as you add to the mixing bowl. Add the cinnamon and beat for 1 minute. Stir in the drained cranberries and grated apple. Spray a 9x5 loaf pan with cooking spray and pour the batter into the pan, spreading it out to make it even. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 40-45 minutes. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before turning it out onto a plate or cooling rack.