1 1/2 c. brown sugar
2/3 c. liquid shortening
1 egg
1 c. buttermilk or sour cream
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 1/2 c. diced rhubarb
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Pour in 3 well greased loaf pans.

Topping:

1 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. sugar

Sprinkle on top and bake at 325 degrees for 40 minutes.