1/3 c. poppy seed
1 c. buttermilk

Mix above ingredients together and put in refrigerator for 8-10 hours. 1 1/2 c. sugar 5 egg yolks 2 1/2 c. flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla

Cream butter, sugar, add egg yolks, one at a time. Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt together. Add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture and vanilla, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Beat egg whites to stiff peaks and fold into batter using a rubber spatula. Pour into buttered 10 inch tube pan. Bake 350 degrees for 65 to 70 minutes.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

2 c. confectioners' sugar
1/4 c. soft butter
4 oz. cream cheese
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream together to spreading consistency.