3/4 c. shortening
2 1/4 c. sifted cake flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 tsp. ground cloves
3/4 c. brown sugar
1 c. buttermilk
3 eggs

Stir shortening to soften. Sift in flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, soda, salt and spices. Add brown sugar and buttermilk. Mix until all flour is dampened, beat vigorously for 2 minutes. Add eggs, beat 2 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-35 minutes. Makes two 9-inch layers.