1 c Raisins
1 c Nuts, Chopped (Optional)
1 ts Soda
1 c (Scant) Hot Water
1 c Mayonnaise
1 c Sugar
1 ts Vanilla Extract
1 ts Cloves
1 ts Cinnamon
2 c Unbleached Flour
Combine the raisins, nuts, soda and hot water and
allow to soak for 10 minutes. blend together the
mayonnaise, sugar, vanilla extract, cloves and
cinnamon. Fold this mixture alternately with the
raisin mixture into the flour. Pour the batter into a
greased and floured 9-inch square baking pan and bake
in a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 35 to 40 minutes
or until the cake tests done. Yield: One 9-inch square
cake. From The Farmers Almanac 1976
