Depression Cake
Ingredients
2 C. brown sugar
2 C. hot water
2 Tbsp. shortening
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. soda
1 pack seedless raisins
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
3 C. flour; sifted
1 tsp. hot water
Cooking Instructions
Boil together sugar, water, shortening, salt, raisins, and spices. When cold, add flour plus soda dissolved in 1 tsp. hot water. This makes 2 loaves, bread pan size. Bake in 325 oven, 45 minutes. Be sure to grease pan.
"For He has satisfied the thirsty soul, And the hungry soul He has filled with what is good." (Psalms 107:9)
