Prune Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together first 7 ingredients.
2. 2
   In a large bowl mix Crisco, sugar and eggs.
3. 3
   Mix for 1 1/2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add prunes.
5. 5
   Add sifted flour mixture alternately with 1 cup buttermilk.
6. 6
   Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Pour batter into two 9-inch layer cake pans, greased and floured.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for about 35 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from pans and cool.
10. 10
    Frost with Buttermilk Icing.