Cavalier Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Melt morsels over hot water and set aside to cool.
2. 2
   Sift together flour,
3. 3
   baking powder and salt; set aside.
4. 4
   Blend shortening and sugar.
5. 5
   Beat in egg yolks, 1 at a time, with vanilla and melted chocolate.
6. 6
   Stir in flour mixture alternately with milk.
7. 7
   Beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry.
8. 8
   Fold into batter.
9. 9
   Pour into 2 (9-inch) cake pans.
10. 10
    Bake 50 to 55 minutes at around 350°.
11. 11
    This cake will come out in 40 minutes.
12. 12
    Ice with your favorite homemade chocolate icing.