Gold Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 2 (9-inch) cake pans with shortening and set aside.
2. 2
   Cream together the shortening and the sugar.
3. 3
   Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. 4
   Slowly alternate adding the egg yolks and milk with the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. 5
   Add the vanilla and mix well.
6. 6
   Pour into the prepared pans, about 550 grams of batter for each cake.
7. 7
   Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove from oven and cool on a rack.