1 c. oatmeal
1 stick butter
1 1/4 c. boiling water
1 c. sugar
1 1/3 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 eggs
1 c. brown sugar

Mix first 3 ingredients and let stand for 20 minutes. Mix the remaining ingredients together. Combine the two mixtures, do not beat. Put into a greased 9 x 13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

TOPPING:

6 tbsp. butter
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. coconut
1/4 c. evaporated milk
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix all ingredients. Spread over warm cake and brown under broiler.