1 1/2 c. raisins
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. butter
3 eggs
3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. vanilla

Boil raisins in water until plump. Drain and set aside. Mix sugar, butter and eggs. Add dry ingredients gradually. Add vanilla and raisins. Bake 12 minutes in 350 degree oven.