SPICY BUTTERMILK COFFEE CAKE

2 1/2 c all-purpose flour	1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 c packed brown sugar		1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt			1 c buttermilk or sour milk
2/3 c shortening		2 beaten eggs
2 tsp baking powder		1/3 c chopped nuts
1/2 tsp baking soda

Combine flour, brown sugar, and salt.  Cut in shortening until mixture
is crumbly.  Set aside 1/2 c of crumb mixture.  To remainder, add
baking powder, baking soda, and spices.  Mix well.  Add buttermilk or
sour milk and eggs.  Mix well.  Pour into two round cake pans.
Combine reserved crumbs with nuts and sprinkle over batter.  Bake at
375 for 20 to 25 minutes.  Serve warm.