3 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1 c. milk
2 tsp. vanilla

Sift flour, baking powder and salt. Cream shortening. Add sugar and cream until fluffy. Add eggs, then dry ingredients alternately with milk and vanilla, a small amount at a time. Beat after each addition. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until top springs back.

FOR UPSIDE DOWN:

1/2 c. brown sugar
1/3 c. butter
1 can peaches, pineapple or choice