2 1/2 c. flour
2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. water
1 1/2 c. canned applesauce
2 eggs
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1 c. raisins

Cream eggs and sugar. Add softened shortening and beat until creamy. Sift flour with soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. Add to creamed mixture along with water and applesauce. Add walnuts and raisins (optional). Pour into 2 (8 inch) round cake pans or 1 oblong pan. Bake 35 to 45 minutes at 400 degrees.