4 tbsp. butter
2/3 to 1 c. sugar
4 c. flour
4 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
2 c. milk
1 1/2 c. nuts or raisins

Add sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt to butter and blend. Beat until light. Add eggs and milk. Stir liquid into mixture only until blended. Add nuts or raisins. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hours. 2 loaves.