In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients and stir well with a wooden spoon.
In a 2-cup measuring cup, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir them and add to dry ingredients.
Stir mixture well with a wooden spoon. Some small lumps may remain and that is ok.
Pour into an ungreased 7-inch tube pan or 8-inch square or round pan. Do not use a 9-inch pan. Tap pan on counter to even out and get rid of any air bubbles.
Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 45 minutes.
While still warm, heat the jam in a small pan. Spread the warm jam all over the top of cake with a pastry brush. Sprinkle with the dried strawberries.
Cool thoroughly before removing from pan. Try serving with sliced fresh strawberries or ice cream.
