2 c. brown sugar
2 c. buttermilk
4 c. flour
1 c. shortening or 2 sticks butter
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
4 tbsp. cocoa

Mix all ingredients together. Add 1 cup any kind of jam. And 1 cup of raisins if desired. Bake at 350 degrees until done (when tested with toothpick).