1/2 c. Crisco
2 c. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. baking soda
5 c. flour, sifted
1 c. walnuts, chopped
1 lb. raisins, cooked 15 minutes in 2 c. water, then add 1 c. cold water

Cook raisins, then add water, set aside. Cream Crisco, sugar; then gradually add flour, and spices. Add raisin mixture and nuts. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hours in greased and floured angel food cake pan.