1 1/2 c. raisins + 1 c. water

Bring above to boil and cook to soften raisins.

1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. nuts (optional)

While raisins are cooking, mix all remaining ingredients in mixing bowl. Add raisins with water. Spread into greased jelly roll pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar when cool and cut into squares.