2 c. sugar
1/2 c. plus 1 tbsp. shortening
1/4 c. cocoa
1 c. boiling water
2 eggs
1/2 c. sour milk
1 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
Dash of salt

Put in large mixing bowl the sugar, shortening and cocoa. Pour water over and let sit for 2 minutes. Mix with mixer. Add eggs. Mix again. Mix milk (or cream but not dairy sour cream) to soda. Add to rest. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.