Raisin Cake

9 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. raisins
  • 1 c. cold water
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 4 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 tsp. cloves
  • 1 Tbsp. soda, level

Directions

  1. 1
    Boil raisins 20 minutes in 2 cups water, stir in shortening, and add one cup of cold water.
  2. 2
    Sift all dry ingredients together except the soda and add to the raisin mixture.
  3. 3
    Dissolve 1 level tablespoon soda in 1 tablespoon boiling water and add to the batter.
  4. 4
    Pour into tube pan and bake 350° for 1 hour.
  5. 5
    Do not over bake.
  6. 6
    The cake should be at least a day old before serving to obtain full flavor.

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