2 1/2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. soda
1 1/2 cups applesauce
1/2 cup water
1 cup golden raisins
1/4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 cup shortening
2 eggs
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Mix dry ingredients with applesauce and shortening. Beat for 2 minutes, add eggs and beat. Stir in raisins & nuts.

Bake at 350 degrees for 50 to 55 minutes in greased loaf pans.