Colonial Apple Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the apple cider, raisins, brown sugar, butter, salt and spices in a heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   Boil for 3 minutes, stirring frequently while boiling.
4. 4
   Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
5. 5
   Sift the flour, baking powder, and baking soda into a large bowl.
6. 6
   Stir the pecans and chopped apple into the cider mixture.
7. 7
   Stir the mixture into the flour until all the ingredients are moistened.
8. 8
   Pour into a well greased bundt pan.
9. 9
   Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour or until the bread tests done.
10. 10
    Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. 12
    Sprinkle with the confectioner's sugar just before slicing.