Vanilla Butternut Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening and sugar on High speed of mixer for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time; beating well.
3. 3
   Add 1 cup flour; beat at slower speed for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Add remaining flour and milk alternately, beating until well mixed.
5. 5
   Add flavoring.
6. 6
   Pour into three (9-inch) pans.
7. 7
   Bake at 325° for 45 minutes.