Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Drain pineapple (reserve syrup).
2. 2
   Halve pineapple slices.
3. 3
   Melt butter in an 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan.
4. 4
   Add brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of juice.
5. 5
   Arrange pineapple in bottom of pan.
6. 6
   Place cherry half in center of each pineapple.
7. 7
   Cream together shortening and sugar until light.
8. 8
   Add egg and vanilla.
9. 9
   Beat until fluffy.
10. 10
    Sift together the dry ingredients.
11. 11
    Add water to pineapple juice to make 1/2 cup.
12. 12
    Put all together and beat.
13. 13
    Spread over pineapple.
14. 14
    Bake at 350° for 40 to 45 minutes.