1 1/2 c. plus 2 tbsp. flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. cocoa
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs

Sift dry ingredients into bowl; add shortening, milk and vanilla. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed. Add eggs. Beat 2 more minutes. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes.