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Ingredients

  • 3/4 c. milk
  • 1 Tbsp. vinegar
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 3/4 c. sifted flour
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 c. cocoa
  • 1/2 c. warm water

Method

  • Combine milk and vinegar (or use buttermilk).
  • Cream shortening and sugar well together.
  • Add eggs and beat for one minute.
  • Sift together flour and salt.
  • Combine sour milk and vanilla.
  • Add alternately with dry ingredients, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
  • Mix soda with cocoa and warm water. Add to batter and mix well.
  • Pour into two 8 or 9-inch pans that have been well-greased and floured.
  • Bake at 350° for 30 to 35 minutes.