1 c. oil
1 c. water
4 tbsp. sweetened cocoa
2 c. flour
Dash of salt
2 eggs
1/2 c. sour cream or buttermilk
1 tbsp. soda Bring oil, water, and cocoa to a boil. Note: If using unsweetened cocoa, add 1/4 cup confectioner's sugar. Remove from heat; add dry ingredients. Beat eggs in a dish; add sour cream and baking soda. Mix well. Add to chocolate mixture and beat well. Bake in a greased jelly roll pan at 375 degrees for 20 to 22 minutes. Cookie sheet can be used. ICING FOR TEXAS SHEET CAKE: 1 stick (4 oz.) butter
4 tbsp. cocoa
4 to 6 tbsp. milk
3/4 to 1 box icing sugar (little less than 1 lb.)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped nuts Bring butter, cocoa, and milk to a boil. Remove from heat. Add icing sugar and vanilla. Spread icing on Texas Sheet Cake while it is still warm. Sprinkle chopped nuts on cake. | 
