Ingredients

  • 1 c. buttermilk
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 5 eggs, separated
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1 stick Parkay margarine
  • 1/2 c. Crisco
  • 2 c. flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. chopped pecans
  • 1 small can coconut

Method

  • Preheat oven to 325°.
  • Combine soda and buttermilk.
  • Let stand a few minutes.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff.
  • Cream sugar, margarine and shortening.
  • Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add buttermilk, alternating with flour to creamed mixture.
  • Add vanilla; fold in egg whites.
  • Gently stir in pecans and coconut.
  • Bake in three 9-inch greased and floured pans at 325° for about 25 minutes or until done.
  • Frost when cool.