5 c. flour
6 tsp. baking powder
2 c. sugar
1 c. cocoa
2 eggs
1 c. Crisco, melt to form a liquid
1 tsp. cloves, optional
1 tsp. salt
2-3 tsp. black pepper
1-2 tsp. cinnamon
1-2 tsp. nutmeg
1-2 tsp. allspice
Raisins & walnuts as desired

Mix all ingredients and add lukewarm water as needed. Bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes. Frost as desired.