1 c. flour
3/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tbsp. shortening, melted
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. cocoa
1 3/4 c. hot water

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Measure flour, sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Blend in milk and shortening, pour into an ungreased square pan. Stir together brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa. Sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water over all. Bake 45 minutes.