1 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa
1 c. mayonnaise
1 c. lukewarm water
2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
Pinch salt
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix by hand. Blend sugar, salt, cocoa. Add mayonnaise and mix well. Add sifted ingredients alternately with water and vanilla. Pour batter into greased 8 inch layer or oblong pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Frost with any kind of frosting you like.