Step #1 ORANGE SYRUP--- 1 1/2 c Sugar 1 c Light corn syrup 3/4 c Fresh orange juice Source: Southern Living Magazine 1/97 BEAT butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy.
Step #2 slowly add sugar, beating well.
Step #3 Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each additio.
Step #4 Add vanilla, mixing well.
Step #5 mix flour, & baking powder; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, baking soda, beginning & ending with flour mixture.
Step #6 stir in the raisins, grated orange rind, & juice.