Beat together the shortening, 1 cup sugar and eggs.

Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda.

Combine the mixtures.

Add sour cream and vanilla and beat together.

Then add 3/4 cup nuts (the original recipe called for raisins).

Pour 1/2 of the batter into tube pan.

Sprinkle 1/2 cup nuts on top, then add the rest of the batter.

Mix 3/4 cup sugar and a little cinnamon and sprinkle on cake.

Bake in 350 degree oven for approximately 1 hour.

Note: The family decorates the cake with maraschino cherry halves and walnut halves.