World War #2 Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, mix brown sugar, 1 1/2 cups water, shortening, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil and boil 3 minutes.
3. 3
   Set aside to cool.
4. 4
   Preheat oven to 325°.
5. 5
   Dissolve salt and baking soda in 2 teaspoons of water.
6. 6
   Add salt and soda mixture to raisins and spice mixture.
7. 7
   Blend in flour and baking powder.
8. 8
   Turn batter into a lightly greased and floured 8-inch square pan.
9. 9
   Bake 45 to 50 minutes.