3 c. flour
1 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 c. shortening

Mix together, take 2 handfuls out to put on top to use for crumbs. Add:

2 eggs
1 tsp. baking soda (dissolve in buttermilk)
1 c. buttermilk
1 c. sugar

Put batter into two greased 9 inch pans. Add crumbs on top. Bake at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes.