Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 c. sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1 can (15 or 16 oz.) blackberries
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. allspice
  • 3 Tbsp. cocoa

Method

  • Mix together shortening, sugar, unbeaten eggs and vanilla. Let stand for shortening to soften slightly.
  • Sift flour once. Measure and sift onto waxed paper or into another bowl with salt, soda, spices and cocoa. Scoop up with sifter and sift 2 or 3 times to mix ingredients.