During the latter half of the 19th century the White Mountain Cake was very popular. The recipe was first sold and kept as a close secret. But such good news should not be kept.

1/2 c. soft butter
2 c. sugar
2 1/2 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. milk
8 egg whites

Whip butter until creamy, add sugar, and mix well. Sift dry ingredients and add alternately with milk. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Bake in greased layer cake pans at 375 degrees about 15 to 20 minutes.