Canada War Cake
["2 c. brown sugar", "2 c. hot water", "1 pkg. raisins", "2 large Tbsp. lard", "1 tsp. cinnamon", "1 tsp. cloves", "1 tsp. salt"]
["Boil all ingredients for 5 minutes after they begin to bubble. When cold, add 3 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder and 1 scant teaspoon soda (dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water).", "Bake into loaves in a slow oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.", "You may add nutmeats also if you like."]
["brown sugar", "water", "raisins", "lard", "cinnamon", "cloves", "salt"]