Coconut Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine buttermilk and baking soda; stir and allow to become foamy.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Sift flour and then measure amount needed for recipe.
4. 4
   Add baking powder to flour and set aside.
5. 5
   In a large mixing bowl, cream the margarine and sugar.
6. 6
   Add beaten egg yolks, vanilla, buttermilk and salt; mix.
7. 7
   Add flour mixture a little at a time; beat well.
8. 8
   In separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold into batter.
9. 9
   Pour batter into 3 greased and floured round cake pans.
10. 10
    Bake in a 350° oven until done.
11. 11
    Cool.
12. 12
    Frost with Seven Minute Frosting.