Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a rack for 10 minutes. Remove from pan. Cool thoroughly on a rack. Serves 8.

Microwave directions: Prepare batter as above, except substitute softened butter for shortening. Grease the bottom of a 2 quart ring mold; line with waxed paper. Pour batter into the mold. Micro-cook, uncovered, on 50% power (medium) for 10 minutes, giving dish a quarter-turn every 3 minutes. If not done, cook on 100% power (high) for 30 seconds to 2 minutes more or until surface is nearly dry. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Invert onto a plate; remove waxed paper. Cool.