1 lb. margarine, softened
2 c. sugar
6 eggs
1 oz. lemon extract
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
3 c. flour (set aside 1/2 c. for fruit)
2 lb. golden raisins
1 qt. chopped pecans

Mix margarine and sugar; add eggs, extract, salt, baking powder, and 2 1/2 c. flour. Mix well. Mix raisins, pecans, and remaining 1/2 c. flour; add to batter. Stir just until blended. Pour into lined and buttered tube pan. Place foil over top of cake and bake at 275° for about 2 hours. Place pan of water in oven under cake while it is baking.