Merk'S Coffeecake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening, sugar and vanilla thoroughly.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Sift flour, baking powder and soda together.
4. 4
   Add to creamed mixture.
5. 5
   Spread half of batter in a 10-inch tube pan that has been greased and lined on the bottom with wax paper.
6. 6
   Cream butter, brown sugar and cinnamon together.
7. 7
   Add nuts and mix well.
8. 8
   Sprinkle one-half of this mixture evenly over batter in pan.
9. 9
   Cover with remaining batter. Sprinkle on remaining sugar mixture.
10. 10
    Bake at 350° for about 50 minutes or until done.