2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2/3 c. shortening
1 pkg. cake mix (any flavor, we prefer yellow cake mix)

OPTIONAL:

1 pkg. chocolate chips
or 1/2 c. nuts
or 1 c. trail mix (favorite)

1. Beat egg, vanilla, shortening and 1/2 dry cake mix until fluffy.

2. Stir in remaining dry cake mix, chips, nuts, etc.

3. Bake on ungreased pan at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.