1 c. oil
3 eggs
2 c. sugar
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. milk
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. yellow food coloring

Mix all ingredients and pour into greased and floured cake pans; bake at 350°F for 35 to 40 minutes.

7 Minute Frosting:

3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1 egg white (unbeaten)
1/4 c. boiling water
1 large pkg. flaked coconut

Mix ingredients together and then add water. Beat with electric mixer until stiff. Spread on cooled cake and then sprinkle the coconut over the icing.