1 Sift the cake flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices together into a bowl and set aside. 2 cream the shortening and brown sugar together, in a large mixing bowl, until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer set on medium speed. 3 Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. 4 Add the dry ingredients alternately with the applesauce and the water, blending well with the mixer set on low speed. 5 Stir in the Raisins and nuts. 6 Pour the batter into a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. 7 Bake in a preheated 350 °F. 8 Oven for 45 minutes or until a cake tester or wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. 9 Cool, until cold to the touch, in the pan on a wire rack. 10 Dust the cake with confectioners" Sugar.