Grandma's Chocolate Layer Cake

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups cake flour, sifted
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup shortening, softened
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1/3 cup milk
• 2 eggs

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F Grease two 8-inchor 9-inch pans.

2. 2

   Sift together the cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   Add shortening, milk and vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Beat vigorously for 2 minutes by hand or use a electric mixer on medium speed.

5. 5

   Add the other 1/3 cup of milk and the eggs.

6. 6

   Beat for another 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Pour into pans and bake immediately for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool. Frost.