1 c Raisins 1 c Sugar
1 c Nuts, Chopped (Optional) 1 ts Vanilla Extract
1 ts Soda 1 ts Cloves
1 c (Scant) Hot Water 1 ts Cinnamon
1 c Mayonnaise 2 c Unbleached Flour
Combine the raisins, nuts, soda and hot water and allow to soak for 10
minutes. blend together the mayonnaise, sugar, vanilla extract, cloves and
cinnamon. Fold this mixture alternately with the raisin mixture into the
flour. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9-inch square baking pan
and bake in a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until
the cake tests done.
From The Farmers Almanac 1976
Yields
1 servings