1 c. flour
1 1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
4 tbsp. shortening
6 or 7 tbsp. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 egg yolks

Mix shortening and sugar; add flour, salt, and baking powder. Add egg yolk, milk and vanilla; mix well with mixer. Put batter into lined muffin pan. Fill cup 1/2 full. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. Frost if desired. Makes 9-18.