persimmon recipe

1 1/2 cups persimmon pulp (from about 3-4 ripe persimmons) - 2 teaspoons baking soda - 3 cups all-purpose flour - 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon salt - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened - 2 cups granulated sugar - 4 large eggs - 2/3 cup water - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans, optional) - 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)