2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
3/4 c. cocoa
1 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. milk
1 c. hot black coffee

Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs, stir until smooth. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk. Add hot black coffee last. Batter will be thin. Bake in a 9x12 inch or 10x13 inch pan for 45-50 minutes at 350 degrees.