1 1/3 c. sugar
1/3 c. water
1 c. raisins or chopped candied fruit
1 tbsp. butter
2 lg. finely grated carrots
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. chopped walnuts
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder

Combine sugar, water, fruit, butter, carrots and spices together in medium saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes. Let rest for 12 HOURS. Add the remaining ingredients and bake in 2 greased and floured loaf pans at 275 degrees for 2 hours (or 300 degrees for 1 1/2 hours).