Red Devil'S Food Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease well and flour 2 round pans (8 x 11 1/2-inch).
3. 3
   Sift dry ingredients into a bowl.
4. 4
   Add shortening, milk and vanilla.
5. 5
   Beat 2 minutes at medium speed on mixer or 300 vigorous strokes by hand.
6. 6
   Scrape sides and bottom of bowl constantly.
7. 7
   Add eggs and beat 2 more minutes, scraping bowl constantly.
8. 8
   Pour into prepared pans.
9. 9
   Bake 30 to 35 minutes.
10. 10
    Ice with a fluffy white cooked icing.
11. 11
    Can be used as cupcakes or bake in a 9 x 13-inch pan.