Gold Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. soft shortening
1 1/4 c. milk
5 egg yolks
1 tsp. vanilla or lemon flavoring

Preparation

Sift flour, sugar, salt and baking powder into large mixing bowl.
Add shortening and 3/4 cup of milk.
Beat 2 minutes at medium speed.
Add egg yolks, flavoring and remaining milk.
Beat 2 minutes.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes for layers and 35 to 40 minutes in oblong pan until surface springs back when gently touched.