1 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa
1/2 c. milk
2 tbsp. melted shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. cocoa
1 3/4 c. hot water

Sift first 5 ingredients together into large bowl. Stir in milk and shortening. Spread in 9 x 9 inch pan. Sprinkle with brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa. Pour hot water over entire batter. Bake 45 minutes at 350 degrees. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream. Serves 8.