Everybody'S Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. shortening
2 c. water
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. sugar
1 lb. raisins
2 tsp. cloves or 1 tsp. cloves and 1 tsp. nutmeg
4 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 c. honey (optional)

Preparation

Cook first 6 ingredients in large kettle for 20 minutes, covered.
Set aside to cool.
Then add sifted flour, baking soda, honey and nuts.
Mix well.
Pour into 13 x 9-inch pan.
Bake at 325\u00b0 for 1 hour until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
May be iced, powdered sugar, or plain for good eating.