Butterscotch Dandy Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Heat 1 1/4 cups milk to simmering point; set aside.
2. 2
   Mix brown sugar, butter and 1/4 cup cold milk.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat stirring constantly, until a little syrup dropped in cold water forms a hard ball; 250 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
4. 4
   Remove from heat immediately and slowly add the hot milk; blend to a smooth sauce.
5. 5
   Cool.
6. 6
   Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
7. 7
   Cream together the shortening and sugar until creamy.
8. 8
   Blend in the eggs, one at a time, beating for one minute more.
9. 9
   Add vanilla and mix well.
10. 10
    Add cooled syrup alternately with dry ingredients to creamed mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
11. 11
    Blend thoroughly after each addition using electric mixer at low speed.
12. 12
    Pour into two well greased and lightly floured 9 inch round or square layer pans.
13. 13
    Bake 375F (190C) F 25- 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Butterscotch frosting: Combine brown sugar, butter or margarine, and salt in saucepan.
15. 15
    Heat to boiling point.
16. 16
    Add 13 cup milk gradually; simmer for 3 minutes.
17. 17
    Cool.
18. 18
    Add 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners sugar, blend unti smooth and creamy.
19. 19
    Thin with cream, a few drops at a time if necessary.