1 c. sugar
1 c. flour
1/2 c. cocoa
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg
1/3 c. melted shortening OR 5 tbsp. oil
1 c. boiling water
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix all ingredients together and turn into a greased 8x8" pan and bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cake is very dark.