2/3 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. milk
2 tsp. baking powder

Cream shortening and sugar, add unbeaten egg and vanilla. Beat thoroughly. Sift flour, salt and baking powder. Add flour and milk alternately. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes.