Mom'S Plain Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Soften shortening in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Beat in sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla and beat well.
3. 3
   Mix flour, baking powder and salt in separate bowl.
4. 4
   Add half of flour mixture and half of milk to egg mixture and beat 300 strokes.
5. 5
   Add rest of flour mixture and milk; beat 300 strokes more.
6. 6
   Fill greased baking pan half full or pans.
7. 7
   Bake at 375° (moderate oven) 25 to 35 minutes or until cake springs back when touched.
8. 8
   This is an old recipe and is good with strawberries over it.