2 c. sugar
2 c. water
1 lb. raisins
2 sticks butter
1/2 c. molasses
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
5 c. flour

Put sugar, water and raisins in a pot and bring to a boil. Turn heat off, add butter and let melt. Add molasses, baking soda, baking powder and beaten eggs, and mix well. Transfer the liquid mixture to a large mixing bowl. In a smaller bowl, blend flour and spices. Slowly add flour mixture to the liquid ingredients and mix until blended. Pour into 13 x 5 inch loaf pan lined with waxed paper. Bake at 350 degrees for one hour. Makes 2 loaves.