Sunday Spice Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. sifted cake flour
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. molasses
1 1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. allspice
2/3 c. milk
2 1/2 tsp. double-acting baking powder
3 eggs
1/2 tsp. soda
1/4 c. milk

Preparation

Measure into mixing bowl (all measurements level) the first 10 ingredients.
Beat vigorously by hand or mixer (medium speed) for 2 minutes.
Stir in baking powder and soda.
Add eggs and milk. Mix thoroughly by hand or mixer for 2 minutes.
Pour into two deep 9-inch layer pans.
Bake in moderate oven (375\u00b0) for about 35 minutes.
Top with your favorite icing.
Makes 2 deep 9-inch layers.