2 c. sugar
2 c. water
1 lg. box raisins
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tbsp. lard
Pinch of salt

Boil all the above. Cool overnight.

3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Bake in moderate oven until done. Cherries, nuts or candied fruit may be used also.