2 c. dark brown sugar
2 c. water
1 lb. raisins
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine above ingredients and boil for 15 minutes. Chill until cold and add: 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 tsp. cloves 1 c. walnuts 2 1/2 c. flour 1 tbsp. baking soda (dissolved in a little water)

Combine all ingredients, mix well. Pour into greased pan (9x13). Bake for about 1 hour.