1 1/2 c. butter
1 1/4 c. buttermilk
6 eggs
2 1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tbsp. ground nutmeg
2 c. flour

Mix butter and eggs; add dry ingredients. Add milk, mix well. Add flour until it is ready to knead.