Canadian War Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. brown sugar
2 c. hot water
4 Tbsp. lard
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 c. raisins

Preparation

Boil all these ingredients for five minutes after they begin bubbling.
When cold, add 3 cups flour and 2 teaspoons of soda, dissolved in a little hot water.
Bake slowly 1 hour.