Fruit Pudding

1 c Raisins

1 c Suet, chopped

1 c Molasses

1 c Milk

1 t Salt

1 t Soda

1 x *dissolved in:

1/4 c Water, boiling

1/2 t Cinnamon

1/2 t Nutmeg

1/2 t Allspice

1/4 t Cloves

1 x Flour

Combine and mix all the ingredients above, adding the dissolved soda last. Pour into a well-greased mold, cover tightly and steam for 3 hours. Serve with Brown Sugar Pudding Sauce. Source: Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book - Fine Old Recipes, Culinary Arts Press, 1936.