1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. nutmeg
Raisins; optional
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. blackberry preserves/jam

Cream shortening, sugars, and eggs. Sift together flour, soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add mixture alternately with buttermilk. Add preserves and mix well. Grease two 8 inch cake pans and line with waxed paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Caramel Icing is good on this cake.