2 tbsp. cocoa
2 oz. red food coloring
1/2 c. butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. vinegar
1 tsp. baking soda

Make paste of cocoa and food coloring. Cream butter and sugar; add eggs. Combine sifted flour with salt. Divide flour into 3 parts and milk into two parts. Add alternately to cream mixture beginning with and ending with flour.

Beat well after each addition. Add vanilla. If using electric mixer, remove mixer blades and fold in vinegar and soda carefully. Pour mixture in equal portions into 2 (9 inch) layer pans that have been greased and floured lightly. Bake at 350 to 375 degrees for about 25 to 30 minutes.