1 c. butter, softened
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. cold mashed potatoes
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. baking cocoa
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. milk
1 c. chopped nuts

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Blend in potatoes and vanilla. Combine flour, cocoa and baking soda; add alternately with milk, blending well after each addition. Stir in nuts. Pour into a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.

Bake at 350°F for 40 to 45 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool on a wire rack.

Yield: 12 to 16 servings.