Best Two-Egg Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Stir shortening to soften.
2. 2
   Gradually add sugar, and cream together until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add vanilla.
4. 4
   Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each.
5. 5
   Sift flour, baking powder, salt together 3 times, add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, a little at a time.
6. 6
   Beat after each addition till smooth.
7. 7
   Bake in 2 paper-lined 9x1 1/2-inch round pans in moderate overn (375°) about 25 minutes.