1/2 c. butter
2 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. baking soda
4 c. raw diced apples
1/2 c. nuts
1/2 c. raisins (if desired)
Pinch of salt
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream butter; add sugar, then eggs. Mix thoroughly. Stir in dry ingredients, followed by apples, nuts, raisins and vanilla. This batter is very thick. Spread into a greased 9 x 13 x 2 inch pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes.