Toasted Spice Cake

[Dee]

 

2 1/3 cups flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1 teaspoon cinnamon

3/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup shortening

2 cups brown sugar

2 separated eggs

1 teaspoon soda

1 1/4 cups sour milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 cup chopped nuts

Sift together flour, baking powder, spices, and salt. Cream shortening and gradually add 1 cup brown sugar and then add egg yolks in one brisk beating. Dissolve baking soda in sour milk and add alternately with flour mixture. Pour batter into an 8" square pan.

For icing, beat 2 egg whites until stiff and gradually add 1 cup sifted brown sugar. Beat until mixture forms peaks. Add vanilla. Spread over batter and sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped nuts on top. Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.

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