Basic Butter Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream sugar and butter until smooth and fluffy.
2. 2
   Mix dry ingredients together; add dry ingredients.
3. 3
   Beat 2 minutes at low speed for first 1/2 minute.
4. 4
   Add flour mixture a little at a time. Add milk, vanilla and 1 egg; beat 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Stop mixer; add 3 eggs and beat 1 minute at low speed.
6. 6
   Pour in greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan or 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan; spread evenly.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° until done.
8. 8
   Spread favorite frosting or Creamy Deluxe Cream Cheese Frosting.