2 c. raisins
4 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 c. boiling water

Combine raisins, soda and water. Let stand overnight.

4 c. flour
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. powdered sugar
1/4 tsp. cloves

Blend all ingredients well. Use Pam, spray three 1-pound coffee cans. Combine raisins mixture and flour mixture. Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees. Leave in cans 30 minutes. Put on rack and cool. They freeze well.