2 pkg. dry yeast
1/2 c. lukewarm water
1 qt. warm milk
2/3 c. shortening
2/3 c. sugar
2 tsp. salt
3 qt. flour
3 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp. allspice
1 1/2 tsp. cloves
3 c. raisins
1/2 c. water

Bring raisins and water to a boil and set aside to cool. Dissolve yeast in warm water with pinch of sugar. Add to milk, shortening, sugar and salt. Mix 2 quarts flour and spices, then add to liquid. Knead in rest of flour. Be sure to knead at least 10 minutes. Let rise until double, about 1 hour. Make into 4 loaves. Let rise until double, about 1 more hour. Bake at 375 degrees approximately 35-40 minutes.