2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups oil
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tsp. cocoa
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vinegar
1 (2 oz.) bottle red food coloring

Mix all ingredients together and bake at 350°F for about 30 to 35 minutes.

Icing:

1 (1 lb.) box confectioners' sugar (sifted)
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup mixed nuts

Combine first 5 ingredients. Whip until icing forms peaks. Fold in the nuts and spread over the cake.

Submitted by: Betty Martin