Ingredients

1 1/2 C. brown sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 C. sour milk
2 tsp. baking powder
1 C. raisins
1/2 C. shortening
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 3/4 C. flour

Cooking Instructions

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs. Beat thoroughly. Sift flour, measure, and sift with spices, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Combine sifted dry ingredients and milk alternately with creamed sugar and shortening. Beat thoroughly. Add raisins, which have been dredged in 2 Tbls. of the flour. Pour into well-oiled loaf pan. Bake in moderate oven at 375 degrees for 40-50 minutes. If desired 1 1/2 C. soy or lima bean flour may be substituted for 1 1/2 C. white flour.
 
 
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