Preheat oven to 350.

In a bowl sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.

In the bowl of an electric mixer combine the shortening, milk, and vanilla; beat on slow to medium speed for 2 minutes.

Scrape sides and bottom of mixing bowl several times. Beat in eggs and continue to beat for 2 minutes longer. Add the flour mixture and mix to combine.

Spoon batter into a generously greased and floured 9x13x2-inch baking pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes.

Cool and frost with caramel icing

To Make Caramel icing:

Combine brown sugar, milk and butter in a sauce pan.

Stirring constantly; bring to a boil and boil for 3 minutes.

Remove from heat and add vanilla. Let cool to lukewarm.

Beat until creamy and thick enough to spread.

If too thick, add a little more milk or a small amount of cream.