3 c. sugar
3 c. flour
2 sticks butter
1/4 c. Crisco oil
6 med. eggs
1 c. milk
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
Flavor (your choice) - note: add a little rum if desired

Cream butter and Crisco with sugar; fold in flour and milk alternately; add eggs and other ingredients beating well. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until done when tested with a toothpick.