3 c. sifted flour
2 c. granulated sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. shortening
2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. raisins
(Does not need eggs)

Sift flour, sugar and spices together. Cut in shortening, as for pie crust, until mixture resembled cornmeal. Reserve 1/2 cup of mixture for topping. Combine buttermilk or sour milk and soda. Add larger amount of crumb mixture to milk and soda in 2 additions. Beat and mix well. Stir in nuts and raisins. Spread batter in greased and floured 13 x 9 inch pan. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees.