Applesauce Cake

1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups applesauce
2 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1/4 c. water (add after others are mixed)
2 T. vinegar
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup shortening
2 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
Raisins (optional)

Mix sugar and shortening, then applesauce and vinegar. Combine flour and spices; mix. Add soda mixture. Add raisins if desired
Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes