Crumb Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together the flour, sugar, shortening, nutmeg, cinnamon and salt.
2. 2
   Take out 1/2 cup for on top of cake.
3. 3
   Add cooked raisins to this mixture, then add 2 heaping teaspoonfuls soda to 2 cups buttermilk or sour milk; add to first mixture.
4. 4
   Pour into a 9 x 13-inch pan.
5. 5
   Sprinkle the 1/2 cup crumbs over top.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for about 1 hour.