1 3/4 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. soft shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
3/4 c. milk
2 c. cherries

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix ingredients. Grease and flour a square 9 x 9 x 1 3/4 inch pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes.