1 c. butter
2 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa
4 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. flour
2 tsp. vanilla
Chopped nuts, optional

Mix and pour in greased 9 x 13 inch pan. Bake at 375 degrees until not shiny, about 20 minutes.

FROSTING:

1 c. sugar
1/4 c. milk
1/4 c. butter
2 tbsp. cocoa or 1 sq. chocolate
1/4-3/4 c. chocolate chips
Dash of salt

Mix and boil 1 minute. Cool and beat by hand until spreading consistency. Frost.