1 c. flour
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. each baking soda and salt
1 c. "Herman" starter (see note)
1/3 c. oil
1 egg
1/2 c. raisins
1/4 c. chopped nuts
Topping (recipe follows)

In large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add starter, oil, egg, raisins, and nuts; stir to mix well. Spread in greased and floured 8 or 9 inch square pan; sprinkle with Topping. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven 30 to 35 minutes or until browned and pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool slightly in pan on rack. Cut in squares. Best served warm.

The original "Herman" or "friendship" coffee-cake recipe was doubled and baked in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan about 45 minutes.

Topping: In small bowl, mix 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons each flour, cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Cut in 2 tablespoons butter at room temperature until crumbly.