1/2 c. Crisco (solid)
1/2 c. butter
2 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 c. applesauce
1 c. raisins
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1 c. black walnuts

Cream shortening and sugar until light. Add eggs and beat until fluffy. Add spices, soda, salt and applesauce. Beat together for 2 minutes. Add nuts and blend well. Put on stem cake pan, greased and floured. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.