2 c. water
1 c. lard or shortening
1 c. lg. raisins
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves

Boil above ingredients for 2 minutes; when cool add 3 cups flour and 2 teaspoon baking soda. Bake at 350 degrees until done.