1 c. shortening
3 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla or lemon extract
6 eggs
3 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. buttermilk

Cream shortening and sugar together. Add the extract and eggs; mix well. Combine the flour and salt, then, add to the sugar mixture alternating with the buttermilk. Mix well after each addition. Bake in a Bundt or tube pan (well greased) for 1 hour and 15 minutes at 325 degrees.