Directions:

Grease and flour a loaf tin, 9-1/2 x 5-1/2 x 2 -1/2 inches. Sift together first three ingredients and add the nuts and raisins.

Cream the margarine and sugar thoroughly and add the eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.

Add the flour mixture alternately with the milk, beating well after each addition, and bake in the prepared tin in a moderate oven at 350 F. for about 1 - 1-1/4 hours.