Grandma Emma’s Spice Loaf
A quick bread, moist and full of raisins and nuts. A family favorite for the winter holidays.
Soak raisins in coffee until plump.
Do not drain.
Cream together the shortening sugar and eggs.
Blend in molasses and vanilla.
In a large bowl mix together the cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger flour baking soda and salt.
Make a well in the center of the bowl.
Add the liquid ingredients to the well in the dry ingredients.
Stir in coffee with raisins and nuts.
Pour batter into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Bake in a preheated 350 degree F(175 degrees C) oven for one hour.