Spicy Jam Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of electric mixer.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Combine 2 3/4 cups flour and spices.
5. 5
   Dissolve soda in buttermilk.
6. 6
   Add flour mixture to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
7. 7
   Mix after each addition.
8. 8
   Stir in preserves. Combine pecans, raisins and remaining 1/4 cup flour; stir into batter.
9. 9
   Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.
10. 10
    Bake at 350° for 30 to 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
11. 11
    Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans and let cool completely on wire racks.
12. 12
    Spread Caramel Frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake. Yield:
13. 13
    One 3-layer cake.