2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/4 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening or butter, if desired

Beat all ingredients at low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high speed for 3 minutes. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bake in 9-inch round pans for 30 to 35 minutes.