2 c. brown sugar
2 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. powdered mace
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
3 tbsp. hot water
2/3 c. shortening
3 c. raisins
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
4 c. flour
1 1/2 c. chopped nuts

Boil shortening, sugar, 2 cups of water, raisins, salt and spices for 3 minutes. Cool. Then add flour, baking powder, baking soda that has been dissolved in the 3 tablespoons water and the nuts. Mix well, turn into prepared tube pan. Bake at 275 degrees for 1 1/2 hours. Test for doneness with a straw.