2 sticks butter
1/2 c. Crisco
3 c. sugar
5 eggs
2 tsp. coconut
2 tsp. rum flavor
3 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. milk

Cream butter and shortening together. Add sugar then eggs one at a time. Add flavor. Then add flour alternating with milk, starting and ending with flour. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour until done.

GLAZE:

1 c. sugar
1/2 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. coconut flavor

In saucepan bring the above ingredients to a boil. Brush glaze on cake while still warm. Note: Allow eggs and butter to sit out at room temperature for 2-4 hours before using. Get best results when using a long loaf pan.