2 1/2 c. sifted cake flour
1 2/3 c. sugar
3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
2/3 c. Crisco
1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. salt
3/4 c. milk
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

In mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add the 3/4 cup milk and Crisco. Beat vigorously by hand or at medium speed of electric mixer for 2 minutes. Add eggs, 1/2 cup milk and vanilla. Beat for 2 minutes. Pour batter into 2 greased and floured 9 x 1 1/2 inch round layer pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes.