1 c. water
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1 c. raisins
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 stick cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1 egg
Nut meats or dates; optional

Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Frost while warm. Powdered Sugar Drizzle.