2 c. granulated sugar
2 c. Sun-Maid muscat raisins
1 apple, pared and grated
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 c. chopped walnuts
2 c. strong coffee
1/2 c. vegetable shortening
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. nutmeg
Powdered sugar for garnish

In large saucepan, combine sugar, coffee, raisins, shortening and apple. Simmer 10 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally. Cool 10 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, blend remaining ingredients, except powdered sugar.

Pour batter into well greased and floured 13 x 9 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Note: 2 cups of water may be substituted for coffee. 1 cup diced candied fruit can be added for an easy fruit cake.