4 eggs
4 c. sugar
1 qt. applesauce
1 qt. pecans
1 lb. raisins (half white and dark)
3 or more c. flour
2 sticks butter
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. allspice

Beat eggs, add sugar and mix well. Add butter. Beat until fluffy. Mix flour with soda, salt and spices. Add 1 cup flour to pecans and raisins to coat well. Mix in applesauce. Add 2 cups flour and mix well. If you think the mixture needs more flour add 1/2 cup at a time.

Bake at 350 degrees in 4 layers. Approximately 20 to 25 minutes.

FROSTING:

3 c. confectioners' sugar
1 stick butter
1/4 c. milk

Melt butter, add sugar, beat well while adding milk. Spread between layers and on top of cake. Leave sides unfrosted.

This makes a huge cake and is best baked a day or so before using.