Plain Cake With Fudge Candy Icing - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/4 c. flour (self-rising)
1 1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. milk
2 unbeaten eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Sift flour with sugar into large bowl.
Add shortening and 3/4 cup of the milk.
Beat for 2 minutes on low speed, then beat at medium speed.
Add remaining milk, eggs and vanilla.
Beat 2 minutes.
Pour into 3 (8-inch) pans, well-greased and lightly floured.
Bake in a medium oven until golden brown.