2 c. brown sugar
4 tbsp. lard
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cloves
2 c. hot water
1 pkg. raisins
2 tsp. cinnamon

Combine and boil the above for 5 minutes. Cool and add 2 teaspoons baking soda dissolved in 2 tablespoons warm water. Add 3 cups flour. Bake in 2 loaf pans for 45-50 minutes.

This recipe makes a good Christmas fruit cake. Instead of raisins, or along with them, you may add candied fruit.

I've made this recipe in small foil loaves and used it as last minute holiday gifts.