10 cup pan. i use my kitchen aid mixer with the paddle attachment to cream the butter and sugar. beat at medium speed until pale, light and fluffy. scrape down the sides a few times during this process. beat in eggs, molasses and buttermilk. in a medium mixing bowl, mix together all dry ingredients except baking soda. stir it around good making sure that all of the spices are evenly distributed. using the same measuring cup that i measured the molasses in add 3/4 cup water. pop it in the microwave for about 2 minutes, making sure it comes to a boil, then add baking soda. make sure all of 