1/2 c. shortening
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

Put shortening, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in mixing bowl. Add 2/3 cup milk; beat. Add balance of milk, eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Bake 25 minutes at 375 degrees.