1 c. Crisco shortening
2 c. sifted self-rising flour
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp. butternut flavoring
1 c. milk

Cream Crisco and sugar. Add eggs and beat slightly, add milk and flour. Alternating add flavoring. Cook at 350 degrees until springs back when touch. Makes three 8 or 9 inch layers.

Ice with Butternut Icing (recipe next).