In a large saucepan, boil 1 cup raisins with 2 cups water for 10 minutes. Then add 1/2 cup butter and let it cool.

In the same pan, add: 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 c. chopped nuts (opt.)

Mix it by hand and pour into a prepared 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 inch square pan for 30 to 35 minutes at 350 degrees. Glaze while hot with a powdered sugar and water glaze.