Heat 1 cup milk and 1/4 cup butter until butter melts and milk scalds. Using electric mixer beat 4 eggs until light and fluffy. Gradually add 2 cups sugar. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla.

Then add:

2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt

Beat until blended. Add hot milk slowly. Beat again. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes for layers. 40 minutes for 9 x 13 inch pan.