Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 c. sifted flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 pt. sour cream
  • 6 Tbsp. softened butter
  • 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
  • 2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 c. chopped nuts

Method

  • Cream shortening, sugar and vanilla; add eggs, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift flour, baking powder and soda together; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream.
  • Spread half of batter in a 10-inch tube pan that has been greased and lined on the bottom with waxed paper.