2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour oblong pan, 13x9x2 inches, or two round layer pans, 9x1-1/2 or 8 inches. Beat all ingredients in large mixer bowl on low speed, scraping bowl constantly, 30 seconds. Beat on high speed, scraping bowl frequently, 3 minutes. Pour into pan (s).

Bake until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, oblong 45-50 minutes, layers 30-35 minutes; cool. Frost, if desired.

Serving Size: 12.