1-2-3-4 Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Grease and flour 3 (9-inch) cake pans,.
3. 3
   Using an electric mixer, cream butter until fluffy.
4. 4
   Add sugar and continue to cream well for 6 to 8 minutes.
5. 5
   Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. 6
   Add flour and milk alternately to creamed mixture, beginning and ending with flour.
7. 7
   Add vanilla and continue to beat until just mixed.
8. 8
   Divide batter equally among prepared pans.
9. 9
   Level batter in each pan by holding pan 3 or 4 inches above counter, then dropping it flat onto counter.
10. 10
    Do this several times to release air bubbles and assure you of a more level cake.
11. 11
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until done.
12. 12
    Cool in pans 5 to 10 minutes.
13. 13
    Invert cakes onto cooling racks.
14. 14
    Cool completely and spread cake layers with your favorite frosting to make a 3-layer cake.