Ingredients:

• 2 cups self-rising flour
• 1½ cups sugar
• 1/2 cups vegetable shortening
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
• 4 egg whites (unbeaten)

Directions:

• Stir flour, sugar and shortening together.
• Add milk and flavoring. Beat vigorously with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes, scraping bowl frequently
• Add unbeaten egg whites and continue beating 2 more minutes, scraping bowl frequently. Batter will be thin.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Bake in two 8 inch greased and floured pans for 30 to 35 minutes.
• Cover with your favorite icing.