Preheat oven to 350°F

1. Grease and lightly flour a bundt or loaf pan.

2. Cream butter and sugar thoroughly.

3. Add eggs, one at a time.

4. Sift the dry ingredients together and add to the mixture, alternating with adding portions of the apple sauce.

5. Fold in the raisins, if being used.

6. Pour mixture into the pan and bake for 45 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean.