Applesauce Cake

1 C sugar
1/2 C shortening
1 t salt
1 t cinnamon
1 t cloves
1 C raisins
1 t baking soda
1/4 C warm water
1 C unsweetened applesauce
1 1/2 C flour

Dissolve baking soda in warm water. Beat all ingredients together thoroughly, then add flour. Stir in raisins. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 mintues or until done.

NOTE: 1C raisins is a little too much.