1/2 box raisins
2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
1 tsp. salt
4 eggs
3 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
4 c. oatmeal (old fashion)

Cook raisins. Add enough water to have 1 cup of water for batter. Mix sugar, shortening, salt, eggs and flour. Add remaining ingredients. Add the cooked raisins and 1 cup raisin water. Add 1 cup chopped nuts. Mix well. Refrigerate and bake next day at 350 degrees.