Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 c. boiling water
  • 1 stick oleo
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1 c. oatmeal
  • 1 c. white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 c. sifted flour

Method

  • Pour boiling water over oatmeal and oleo.
  • Cover and let stand 20 minutes.
  • Add sugars, eggs and vanilla.
  • Sift together salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, soda and flour.
  • Add to first mixture and mix well.
  • Bake in a large flat pan for 30 minutes at 350°.
  • Remove from oven and spread topping on hot cake.
  • Place under broiler for 3 to 5 minutes.