Poor Man'S Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix raisins and 2 cups water in saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil and simmer while preparing cake.
3. 3
   Cool slightly.
4. 4
   Grease and flour tube pan or loaf pans or 9 x 13-inch pan.
5. 5
   Mix all dry ingredients.
6. 6
   Add softened margarine, 1 cup applesauce or water and raisin-water mixture.
7. 7
   Stir well by hand.
8. 8
   Pour into prepared pans.
9. 9
   Bake about 1 hour at 350°.
10. 10
    Cool 10 minutes before removing from pan.
11. 11
    Candied fruits may be added at Christmastime.
12. 12
    Delicious and it never fails.
13. 13
    I like to use chopped dates.