Sift together dry ingredients and put in mixing bowl. Add shortening and half the milk. Mix. Add remaining milk, vanilla, and egg yolks. Blend well. Pour into 2 greased and floured round layer pans and bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes.

From a book of recipes compiled by members and friends of the Londontown Publik House Assembly, Edgewater, Md 21037. Funds from sale of book used in restoration and maintenance of the 17th century inn (hint, hint).