Basic Microwaveable Cake

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   In mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and vanilla.

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   Add eggs, milk and shortening.

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   Beat at low speed till mixed.

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   Beat at medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.

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   Spread batter in a 8-by-1 1/2 waxed-paper lined round cake dish.

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   Micro-cook, uncovered, on medium 6 minutes, rotating a quarter turn every 2 minutes.

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   Increase power to 100 percent.

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   Micro-cook, uncovered, 1 1/2 to 5 minutes or until done.

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   Cool on a wire rack 5 to 10 minutes.

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    Remove from pan; cool thoroughly on rack.

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    NOTES: You'll love the silken texture of this dessert.

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    Other flavorings can be substituted for the mint, or it can be left out entirely.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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