1 c. Bran
1/2 c. seedless raisins
2 tbsp. shortening
1/2 c. molasses
3/4 c. boiling water
1 egg
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon

Measure bran, raisins, shortening and molasses into bowl. Add hot water. Stir until shortening is melted. Add eggs and beat well. Sift flour, soda, salt, cinnamon; add to molasses mixture. Stir just to combine. Line one oiled bread pan with wax paper and add the batter then cover with aluminum foil to bake. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour.