Ingredients

  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2/3 c. butter
  • 1 c. warm mashed potatoes
  • 1 oz. unsweetened chocolate
  • 2 c. flour
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. buttermilk
  • 1 c. chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp. cloves
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 4 eggs, separated

Method

  • Mix together sugar and butter.
  • Stir in chocolate and mashed potatoes.
  • Mix in flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Stir in buttermilk, walnuts, spices and vanilla.
  • Beat egg whites and fold into mixture.
  • Pour mixture into baking pan and bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Let cool.
  • Serves 8 to 10.