Ingredients
- 1 or 2 eggs
- 3 Tablespoons shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 can tomato soup
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup raisins
- 1-1/2 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
Cream shortening, eggs, and sugar. Stir baking soda in can of soup and watch the reaction. Add to mixture. Stir in raisins, sifted flour, baking powder, salt, and spices. Pour into greased loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees 40 to 45 minutes.
Cool about an hour and then remove from pan by turning upside down into the palm of your hand. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Can be sliced and served plain or topped with a thin glaze of confectioners sugar and lemon juice mixed together to desired consistency.
Note: Tripled recipe makes 10 small loafs. Great for holiday giving. (Shorten baking time to approximately 30 minutes).
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Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: Woodland Inn B&B, Woodland Park, Colorado
Submitted By: Marlen
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Tomato Soup Cake