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Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 c. cocoa
  • 1 3/4 c. flour
  • 3/4 tsp. soda
  • 3/4 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 1 3/4 c. milk

Method

  • Cream shortening, sugar and vanilla; beat in eggs.
  • Mix dry ingredients in another mixing bowl.
  • Add to first mixture and mix at medium with electric mixer.
  • Pour into greased and buttered 9 x 13-inch pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 40 minutes or when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • I like to add 3/4 cup ground walnuts to batter before I bake the cake.