1 c. raisins
2 c. water
1/2 c. butter
1 c. sugar
1 egg
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. allspice
2 c. flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. nuts

Boil raisins in water. Add remaining ingredients.