2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. cocoa
1 1/2 c. sugar
2/3 c. shortening
1 1/4 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs
1 c. water
1/2 c. well-drained, chopped sauerkraut

Add soda, baking powder, salt and cocoa to sifted flour and sift again.

Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and blend. Add eggs - one at a time - beating well after each addition.

Add dry ingredients alternately with the water, beating until smooth after each addition. Add sauerkraut and mix thoroughly.

Pour into well greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan. Bake at 375 degrees about 35 minutes or until cake is done.

Frost with favorite frosting.