Grandmother Higbe's 'A Cake That Never Fails'

1. 1

   Cream butter, sugar and hot water.

2. 2

   Add vanilla.

3. 3

   Sift flour once.

4. 4

   Add baking powder to flour and sift again 4 or 5 times.

5. 5

   Add water and flour a little at a time to butter and sugar mixture, beating until smooth.

6. 6

   Last, add the well beaten egg whites.

7. 7

   Bake in large pan.

8. 8

   If you wish to use other shortening than butter, add a little salt.

9. 9

   Nuts may be added if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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