Jeanne's Cake

Directions

For base: Cut shortening into dry ingredients; mix well.

Pat firmly and evenly into an 8-inch square pan. Bake at 350℉ (180℃) for 10 to 12 min. Cool.

For cake: Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs and vanilla, beating well until fluffy.

Sift flour, baking powder and salt together; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk.

Pour batter into a g greased and floured 8-inch square pan.

Bake at 350℉ (180℃) for 35 to 40 min. Cool.

For frosting: In small saucepan, stir together the milk and the flour.

Cook, stirring constantly until mixture is thickened and smooth; cool.

On highest speed of mixer, beat cooled flour mixture wit h butter, shortening and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.

Blend in icing sugar and salt; continue beating until frosting is fluffy- at least 15 min. Assemble.

To Assemble Cake: Place shortbread base on serving plate; spread with small amount of frosting.

Place cake on base. Cover top and sides of cake with remaining frosting. If desired, garnish with chocolate sprinkles or decorate as you wish.