1 c. shortening
3 c. sugar
4 eggs
3 c. unsifted flour
1 c. buttermilk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. almond extract

Combine ingredients and mix. Put in greased and floured bundt pan and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. The top will be crusty.