Name: World War II Raisin Squares
Ingredients: 8 oz. dark raisins (generous 1 1/2 c.); 2 1/2 c. water; 1/3 c. plus 1 Tbsp. tasteless salad oil; 3/4 c. granulated sugar; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 c. sifted all-purpose flour; 1 c. sifted all-purpose wheat flour; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. allspice; 1 tsp. cloves; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 1/4 tsp. ground ginger; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 tbsp. powdered instant coffee or Espresso (not granular); 1 large lemon rind, finely grated; 3/4 c. walnuts

World War II Raisin Squares

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World War Ii Raisin Squares is an impressive dinner. Made with 8 oz. dark raisins (generous 1 1/2 c.), 2 1/2 c. water, 1/3 c. plus 1 tbsp. tasteless salad oil, 3/4 c. granulated sugar and 1 tsp. baking soda, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Great for entertaining guests or a cozy night in.

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🔗 Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Adjust a rack one-third up from the bottom of the oven and preheat the oven to 375°.

Line a 9 x 9 x 2-inch pan as follows: Turn the pan over; cover it with a 12-inch square of aluminum foil.

Press down the sides and corners of the foil to shape it, then remove the foil.

Turn the pan over again; place the foil in the pan, and press it into place.

To butter the foil, place a piece of butter in the pan and place it in the oven to melt, then spread it over the bottom and sides with a pastry brush or crumbled wax paper.

Set aside.

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