There are no directions with this recipe. It's scribbled on a piece of yellowed paper with a whole bunch of other desserts. It's from my husband's grandmother who was born in 1883.
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1 1/3 cup applesauce
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup raisins
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cloves
2 cups flour
1 cup sugar