Everyday Cupcakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. shortening
1 3/4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1 c. sugar
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg
3/4 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Place shortening in mixing bowl.
Sift in dry ingredients. Add egg and half the milk.
Mix until flour is moistened.
Beat 2 minutes at low speed on electric mixer.
Add remaining milk and vanilla.
Beat 1 minute longer.
Fill paper bake cups in muffin pans half full.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 18 to 20 minutes or until done. Cool.
Frost with jelly frosting.
Makes 1 1/2 dozen cupcakes.