Ingredients:

3/4 cup soft shortening (part butter)
1 1/2 cup sifted flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp all-spice
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup light molasses
6 TBS milk
1 cup seedless raisins

Directions:

  • Measure shortening and butter into mixing bowl.
  • Grease and lightly flour a 9×12 inch cake tin.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, salt and spices.
  • Cream shortening and butter until fluffy. Gradually add sugar, mixing until creamy.
  • Add beaten eggs. Beat well.
  • Add molasses, nuts and raisins. Blend well.
  • Add dry ingredients and milk, combining thoroughly.
  • Spread in cake tin.
  • Bake at 350°F for 20 to 25 mins. Allow to cool thoroughly.
  • Dust with icing sugar and cut in squares or bars.

Date Added: Nov 27, 2007