1 2/3 c. Gold Medal flour
1 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. shortening (part butter for flavor)
2/3 c. milk
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla

Sift flour once before measuring. Sift flour, sugar, baking powder and salt together in mixing bowl. Add shortening, milk, egg, flavoring all at once. Beat with mixer for 2 minutes. Pour into greased and floured 8 inch square pan. Bake 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees. Finish with broiled icing or any icing desired.

BROILED ICING:

Mix together 3 tablespoons melted butter, 5 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and 1/2 cup shredded coconut or 1/2 cup chopped nuts. Spread mixture on cake while cake is still warm. Place low under broiler. Broil until it bubbles all over surface, but does not burn.