2 c. sugar (1 white and 1 brown)
1/2 c. shortening
2 c. lukewarm water
1 c. raisins, soaked in hot water
2 tsp. each of salt, soda, cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
3 c. flour

Cream sugar and shortening, add water, sift in flour, salt, soda and spices. Add raisins dredged in flour, 1/2 cup chopped nuts may be added. This makes a large loaf cake. Grease pan bake at 350 degrees for about 35 minutes. This makes your kitchen smell wonderful!