White Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Measure the cake flour and 1 1/4 cups sugar into a sifter. Measure the Crisco into mixer.
2. 2
   Measure the milk and vanilla or almond extract into a cup.
3. 3
   Have ready the 5 egg whites, beaten into meringue with 1/2 cup sugar.
4. 4
   (Beat egg whites until foamy. Add 1/2 cup sugar gradually until soft peaks are formed.)
5. 5
   Stir shortening just to soften.
6. 6
   Sift dry ingredients.
7. 7
   Add milk; mix until flour is dampened.
8. 8
   Beat 2 minutes.