2 c. sugar
2 c. water
2 tbsp. shortening or butter
3 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 box raisins

Boil together 5 minutes. Let cool about 3 hours. Add 1 teaspoon baking soda to 3 cups sifted flour. Mix with cooled mixture. Add about 1/2 cup walnuts. Bake 1 hour at 325 degrees.