Buttercake

Directions

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   Preheat oven to 350*F. Brush a 9-inch round cake pan with oil.
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   Line bottom with parchment paper.
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   Using electric beaters, beat butter & sugar in a small mixing bowl until light & creamy.
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   Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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   Add vanilla; beat to combine.
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   Transfer mixture to a large bowl.
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    Using a metal spoon, fold in the sifted dry ingredients alternately with the milk.
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    Stir the mixture until just combined & almost smooth.
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    Spoon mixture into prepared pan; smooth surface.
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    5.
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    Bake cake for 40 minutes or until skewer comes out clean.
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    Leave in pan for ten minutes, then turn onto wire rack to cool.
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    Note: The cake may need to be moistened with simple syrup.
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    Frost with your favorite icing.