Raspberry Jam Cake

Directions

1. Combine flour, salt and 1 teaspoon soda with spices in bowl, stirring to mix; set aside.
2. Mix oil and 1-1/2 cups sugar in a large bowl. Add vanilla and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Stir in dry ingredients alternately with 1 cup buttermilk. Add jam and nuts, stirring until just blended. Spoon into a greased 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 325 degrees F for 60 minutes.
4. Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack.
5. Combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup buttermilk, 1/4 teaspoon soda and remaining ingredients in saucepan. Cook over medium heat for several minutes, stirring constantly.
6. Spoon over warm or cool cake allowing topping to soak into cake.