1 c. soft butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 eggs, separated
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. flour
1 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
3 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1 lb. coarsely chopped pecan meats
1 lb. seeded raisins
1 tsp. baking soda