Lightning style: the 40-minute coconut cake

1. Grease and flour an 8-inch cake pan. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Sift the flour, baking powder and salt together on a square of wax paper.

3. Heat the milk on medium heat. Do not boil, but bring to a full simmer. Remove from heat and add unrefined organic extra virgin coconut oil.

4. Place the eggs in a bowl or stand mixer. Beat until thick, adding the sugar a little at a time. The eggs should be fluffy and smooth. Add the flavorings.

5. Slowly stir in the flour mixture. Stream in the hot milk next.

6. Add shredded coconut.

7. No not over stir! Mix the ingredients just enough to blend everything thoroughly.

8. Pour batter into pan and bake for 25 minutes. Cake should feel springy in the center when touched. A pick inserted into the center should come out clean.

9. Serve this coconut cake without frosting. If you just must put something on the top, sprinkle a light dusting of powdered sugar or more shredded coconut over the cake. Plain or embellished, it will be gone quick as lightning!