Ingredients
1-3/4 cups shortening3-1/2 cups sugar5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons baking powder4-1/2 teaspoons saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR WHITE CAKE:3 egg whites3/4 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractFrosting of your choiceADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR SPICE CAKE:2 eggs3/4 cup milk1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground clovesFrosting of your choice
Preparation
In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture until blended and crumbly. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months. Yield: about 11 cups (enough for three cakes).
To prepare white cake: In a bowl, combine 3-1/2 cups cake mix, egg whites, milk and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting. Yield: 9 servings.
To prepare spice cake: In a bowl, combine 3-1/2 cups cake mix, eggs, milk and spices. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
