Shortcake
2 C. flour
1/2 t. salt
1/2 C. sugar
1/2 C. milk
4 t. baking powder
3 T. shortening
1 egg
1 t. vanilla
Sift dry ingredients. Cut in shortening. Add beatened egg to milk and add vanilla- then add to dry ingredients. Place in a 9 inch round cake pan, which has been greased and floured. Sprinkle small amount of flour in pan first and press batter lightly into pan.
Bake in a 375 degree oven for 20-25 minutes.