1/2 c. buttermilk
2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. sugar
3 eggs, beat separately
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. jam
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. nuts
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until done.

ICING:

1/3 c. cream
1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. butter
2 egg yolks
3/4 c. raisins
3/4 c. nuts
1 tbsp. flour

Cook on low until thick.