1/2 c. vegetable shortening
2 1/4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs

In bowl, cream shortening, sugar, add eggs and vanilla, beat well. Blend in milk, add flour, salt and baking powder. Mix well. Bake in 2 (9-inch) greased and floured pans for 30 to 35 minutes at 350 degrees.