Mix together well:

1 c. sugar
1 c. water

Add 4 eggs one at a time.

Add:

1 c. molasses
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. salt
4 c. flour
2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1/2 c. raisins

Bake 15 to 20 minutes in 350 degree oven. Batter will keep up to 6 weeks in refrigerator.