INGREDIENTS
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4 cups water
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2 cups raisins
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1 cup shortening
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2 cups sugar
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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4 cups flour
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1 teaspoon ground cloves
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 teaspoon allspice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
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2 eggs, beaten