3/4 c. shortening
3 eggs
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 c. sour milk or buttermilk
1/2 c. coarsely cut up nuts, toasted
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 tbsp. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. lemon extract

Cream the shortening, add sugar, gradually cream thoroughly. Blend in 3 eggs. Sift flour, baking powder, soda, salt, spices and cocoa all together and add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour milk. Blend flavoring and nuts. Makes two (8 or 9 inch) layer pans. Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees.