3 c. sugar, divided
1 c. Crisco
5 eggs, separated
3 c. flour
1 1/4 c. buttermilk
1/4 tsp. baking soda

In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Add 1/2 cup sugar and beat again. Set aside. Using same beaters, beat Crisco and remaining s ugar. Add egg yolks and beat well for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Stir soda into buttermilk. Add flour and buttermilk alternately and beat until smooth. Fold in egg whites and beat again until smooth. Pour into bundt pan and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until done.

Can flavor with lemon extract, orange extract, or nutmeg.