1 pkg. seedless raisins
2 c. water
3/4 c. Spry or Crisco
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. salt
2 c. sugar

Bring to a boil; let stand until lukewarm.

Stir in 4 cups of flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Mix in the warm mix. Last, add 1 teaspoon baking soda, dissolved in a little hot water. Bake in 8 inch tube or two loaf pans for 1 hour at 350 degrees.