Primrose Cake

I have never made this recipe. I found this handwritten, crumbling paper while helping my mother clean out her place. I'm transcribing it here. It's probably from the mid-40's to mid-50's Let me know!

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups  sifted flour
• 1 1⁄2 cups sugar
• 1  tablespoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup shortening
• 1  cup milk
• 2  eggs, unbeaten
• 1  tablespoon vanilla

Directions

1. Measure shortening into mixing bowl.
2. Measure flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt into a strainer/sifter.
3. Sift flour mixture into shortening.
4. Add about 3/4 of the milk.
5. Beat 300 strokes.
6. Add egg, vanilla, and remainder of milk.
7. Beat 150 strokes.
8. Pour into greased cake pan.
9. Bake at 375º F for 20 - 25 minutes.
10. Remove and let cool before frosting.