Kentucky Butter Cake

3 c flour
2 c sugar
1 t salt
1/2 soda
1 c buttermilk
1 c butter, softened (margarine doesn't work in this recipe)
2 t vanilla
4 eggs

Mis together on low.  Then mix 3 minutes on medium.  Pour into pans.  Bake for 60-70 minutes at 325 F.  (Makes 2 loaves)

Topping
3/4 c sugar
1/3 c butter
3 T water
2 t vanilla

Heat the sugar, butter and water.  Add the vanilla.  Prick cake with fork and pour topping over it.