1 c. flour
3/4 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tbsp. melted shortening
2 tbsp. cocoa
Nuts (optional)
1/2 c. milk

TOPPING:

1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. water

Add nuts, milk and vanilla last. Pour batter into large pie plate. Mix 1/2 cup granulated and 1/2 cup brown sugar and 3 tablespoons cocoa. Sprinkle on top of batter. Pour 1 cup cold water on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream.