1/2 c. boiling water
1 c. oatmeal

Let this mixture stand for 20 minutes. 1 c. white sugar 2 eggs 1 1/3 c. flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking soda

Add oatmeal mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 30 minutes.

TOPPING:

1/2 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. chopped black walnuts or pecans
1/2 c. cream
1 1/3 c. coconut

Spread on cake and return to oven. Bake 15 minutes at 325 degrees.