Coconut Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Beat shortening at medium speed.
2. 2
   Gradually add sugar, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Combine flour and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
4. 4
   Mix just until blended after each addition.
5. 5
   Stir in coconut.
6. 6
   Pour in greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.
7. 7
   Bake at 325° for 1 hour and 25 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean.
8. 8
   Let stand 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from pan, cool on wire rack.