Ingredients

  • 2 eggs, separated
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/3 c. shortening
  • 2 1/4 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 tsp. soda
  • 3/4 tsp. cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp. cloves
  • 1 c. plus 2 Tbsp. buttermilk or sour milk

Method

  • Beat egg whites.
  • Add 1/2 cup sugar and beat until stiff and glossy.
  • In another bowl stir shortening and sugar.
  • Add dry ingredients alternately with milk.
  • Beat 1 minute.
  • Fold in egg whites.
  • Pour into 2 greased 8-inch layer pans or 9 x 13-inch pan. Bake in a 350° oven about 30 minutes or until done.