Mary'S Spice Cake
["2 c. sugar", "2 c. water", "1 c. raisins", "1 tsp. cinnamon", "1 tsp. nutmeg", "1 tsp. ground cloves", "1 c. shortening", "1/2 tsp. salt"]
["Boil for 5 minutes (rapid boil).", "Cool at least 2 hours, then add 3 cups flour and 2 teaspoons baking soda.", "Bake in 350\u00b0 oven for 45 to 50 minutes in 9 x 13-inch pan (buttered).", "Serves 12."]
["sugar", "water", "raisins", "cinnamon", "nutmeg", "ground cloves", "shortening", "salt"]