Cherry Nut Cake

1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon soda
2/3 cup shortening
1 cup buttermilk
1-2 cups sweet cherries, pitted
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cloves
4 tablespoons cocoa Blend cherries in blender. Cream sugar, shortening, and eggs. Add buttermilk and cherries. Add dry ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Can add nuts. Frost with easy milk chocolate frosting.