Basic Plain Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening; add sugar and continue creaming until fluffy.
2. 2
   Add eggs.
3. 3
   Beat until light.
4. 4
   Sift flour; measure.
5. 5
   Add salt and baking powder and sift twice more.
6. 6
   Add vanilla to milk. Add dry and liquid ingredients alternately to creamed mixture. Beat until thoroughly blended.
7. 7
   Bake 25 to 30 minutes at 375°. Makes 2 (8-inch) layers.