2 c. white sugar
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
5 tbsp. cocoa
1/4 tsp. salt
2 unbeaten eggs
1 c. salad oil
1 c. buttermilk (1 c. milk + 1 tbsp. vanilla)
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tsp. baking soda in 1 c. hot water

In a large bowl, sift together the sugar, flour, baking powder, cocoa and salt. Dissolve the soda in the hot water and along with the remaining ingredients. Beat for 2 minutes either by hand or at medium speed with a mixer. The batter will be thin. Bake in a 350 degree oven until done. In a 12 x 9 x 2 inch pan, for 50 minutes or if baked in layer pans, 30 minutes.