2 sticks butter
4 c. persimmons, pureed
3 c. buttermilk
3 c. flour
1/2 tsp. nutmeg & allspice
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. pecans

Melt butter in 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Mix persimmon and buttermilk. Blend in flour, salt, soda, baking powder and spice. Add butter and nuts. Mix well. Bake 1 hour at 325 degrees. Serve with whipped cream or butter-pecan ice cream.