Grandma's Chocolate Layer Cake

by user Elocina

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Cook Time:

Serves:

Ingredients

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

Directions
1.Heat oven to 350°. Grease and flour two 8 or 9-inch round layer pans.

2.Sift together flour, sugar, baking soda and salt into mixing bowl.

3.Add shortening, 2/3 cup milk and vanilla.

4.Beat vigorously for 2 minutes (300 strokes). You can use an electric mixer if you scrape the sides down often. Use medium speed.

5.Add another 1/3 cup milk and eggs. Beat two minutes. Pour into prepared pan.

6.Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool.

7.Finish with Quick Fudge Icing or store bought chocolate frosting.

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