Raisin Spice Bars
["1 c. white sugar", "3 c. flour", "1 tsp. soda", "1 tsp. cinnamon", "1 c. raisins", "1 c. brown sugar", "1 scant c. shortening", "1 tsp. baking powder", "1 c. chopped pecans", "2 eggs"]
["Boil raisins for 13 minutes, covered with water.", "Drain water, then add 1 cup water and boil 3 more minutes.", "Drain and add enough water to make one cup. Mix all ingredients except the raisins and water, then add the raisins and water.", "Stir until completely mixed.", "Pour into a 9 x 13-inch baking sheet.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 for 20 to 30 minutes."]
["white sugar", "flour", "soda", "cinnamon", "raisins", "brown sugar", "shortening", "baking powder", "pecans", "eggs"]