Depression Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
2 c. strong coffee
1/2 c. shortening
2 c. raisins
1 apple, peeled and grated
1 c. chopped walnuts
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. each: cinnamon, allspice, cloves and nutmeg

Preparation

In a large saucepan, simmer the first five ingredients for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cool 10 minutes. Blend together the remaining ingredients and stir into mixture.
Pour into a well-greased and floured 13 x 9-inch pan.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.
Cool and dust with powdered sugar, if desired.