Maple Syrup Spice Cake

1 c Maple syrup

3/4 c Shortening

3 Eggs

1 c Buttermilk

2 c Flour

1 c Raisins

1 ts Cinnamon

1/2 ts Nutmeg

1/2 ts Cloves

1/2 ts Salt

1 ts Baking soda

1 ts Baking powder

Cream syrup, shortening, and eggs. Mix dry ingred with buttermilk. Add to creamed mixture and beat until well blended. Bake in 8x8 pan for 35 min or til done. Pan should be greased and floured. Frost as desired. -----