1/2 cup shortening 1/2 cup margarine 2 cups granulated sugar 5 egg yolks 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup coconut 2/3 cup chopped nuts (pecans) 5 egg whites, beaten
Cream shortening, margarine and sugar. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add flour and baking soda, alternately with buttermilk. Add vanilla, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff and fold into batter. Bake in 2 or 3 (8 x 8 x 2-inch) layers in preheated 350 degree F oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
