2 c. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 c. raisins
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp. nutmeg
4 c. flour
2 c. water

Boil raisins in water for 20 minutes. After you remove raisins from stove, put 1 cup of cold water with 1 tablespoon baking soda. Then pour into the dry ingredients. (This will be the only liquid in the cake.) Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. This makes 3 round layers.

CARAMEL ICING:

3 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. butter
1 c. canned milk

Combine the ingredients in a sauce pan and cook until the mixture reaches 240 degrees (soft ball stage). Pour into warm bowl and beat until smooth. Spread onto cake and between layers.