1/2 c. mashed potatoes (use instant)
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. raisins
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 c. milk
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ginger

GLAZE:

3 tsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. hot water

Beat the mashed potatoes, while still hot, with the sugar. Sift the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine with the potato mixture. Stir in raisins, then add milk and spices. Beat well. Pour into greased loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for over 1 hour. Cool and glaze top.