1 pt. bread crumbs
1 c. water poured over this
1 c. New Orlean's molasses
1 c. raisins
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. flour
1 tbsp. melted butter
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. allspice
A little nutmeg
(Grannie added some mixed candied fruit peels)

Combine and mix well. Fill well greased molds not more than 2/3 full. Cover tops with aluminum foil and steam for 2 hours.