6 eggs
3/4 c. sugar
2 c. flour
1 c. raisins, optional
2 tbsp. baking powder
9 tbsp. melted butter
3/4 c. lukewarm milk

Beat eggs and sugar until very light. Add flour and baking powder that have been sifted and blended together. Add butter, milk (and raisins); beat until smooth. Grease and flour angel food cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes at 325 degrees.

SYRUP:

1/2 c. water
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. white rum or 1 tsp. rum extract