2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. water
1 1/2 c. applesauce
2 eggs
1/2 c. chopped walnuts or pecans
1 c. seedless raisins

Measure all ingredients into large mixing bowl. Blend for 30 seconds at lowest speed on electric mixer, then for 3 minutes at medium speed; scrape bowl often. Pour into 13x9x2 inch greased and floured pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 60-75 minutes (325 degrees for glass pans). Frost with Buttercream Frosting.