3 c. water
2/3 c. oil
1 lb. pkg. dark brown sugar
1 box dark raisins
4 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg

Boil all for 3 minutes. Then in 1/4 cup of water, stir 2 teaspoons baking soda and add to mixture. Add 4 cups flour and 2 teaspoons baking powder, mix well and bake in greased and floured 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.