4 sq. unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
1 1/2 c. sifted all purpose flour
1 3/4 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. instant coffee
1/4 c. soft shortening
1 1/3 c. milk
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

Grease and flour 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan. Melt chocolate over hot water and cool. Set oven at 350 degrees. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and instant coffee into a large mixing bowl. Add shortening and milk and beat 2 minutes at medium speed. Add 2 eggs, vanilla, and cooled melted chocolate. Beat an additional 2 minutes. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 40-45 minutes.