Mother Roberds Syrup Cake
["1 egg", "1/4 c. sugar", "1/3 c. melted shortening", "1 c. syrup (Steens)", "1 tsp. soda", "2 c. flour", "1/3 c. hot water", "1 tsp. vanilla, chopped pecans or raisins (add your favorite of 1 of these to batter)"]
["Beat together egg, sugar and shortening.", "Add syrup.", "Sift together soda and salt.", "Add gradually, beating until smooth, then add 1/3 cup hot water.", "Bake at 325\u00b0 until set to touch.", "Can be one large cake or cupcakes.", "May be iced, if desired."]
["egg", "sugar", "shortening", "syrup", "soda", "flour", "water", "vanilla"]