MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE 
1 c. butter
1/2 c. cocoa
2 c. sugar
4 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
Dash salt
1 1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Miniature marshmallows
Chocolate frosting (below)

Melt butter and cocoa together. Remove from heat and stir in sugar and eggs; mix well. Add flour, salt, nuts and vanilla; mix well. Spoon batter into greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan and bake 35 to 45 minute at 350 degrees. Sprinkle marshmallows on top of warm cake; cover with chocolate frosting.

CHOCOLATE FROSTING:

1 lb. box powdered sugar
1/2 c. whole milk
1/3 c. cocoa
1/4 c. softened butter

 

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