1 box raisins
1 1/2 tbsp. cinnamon
2 c. boiling water
2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. brown sugar
3 tbsp. shortening
2 c. flour
Nuts, if desired

Mix raisins with brown sugar, cinnamon and shortening. Cover with boiling water. Boil 5 minutes. Cool and add flour, baking soda and nuts. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. YUM-YUM!