Tia's Poorman's Cake

Auntie Tia's recipe for Poorman's Cake.

No eggs required!

(Ann--Elizabeth might like this...)

Tia's Poorman's Cake

1 cup raisins

2 cups water

Bring to a boil and let stand until cool.

Add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.

Then mix in:

1 1/2 cups sugar

1/2 cup shortening

2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/3 cup cocoa (optional)

1/2 teaspoon cloves

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Blend together. Pour into greased 9X13 inch pan. Bake at 350* for 1 hour.

(You can also add applesauce or whatever you want!)

Cool and cut into squares and serve plain, or with some whipped cream and fruit.