1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. butter
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. milk soured with 1 1/2 to 2 tsp. vinegar
2 1/2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. cocoa
1 c. hot coffee (dissolve 1 heaping tsp. instant coffee in 1 c. hot water)
1 tsp. vanilla

In order listed, combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Bake in a greased and floured 9 x 13 inch glass baking pan in a 350 to 375 degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes. If you have extra batter, use it for a smaller cake or cupcakes.

GRANDMA'S ICING:

6 oz. cream cheese
3 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. instant coffee
1 tbsp. water or milk
Powdered sugar

Cream together cream cheese and butter. Add instant coffee and water or milk. Add enough powdered sugar to make a thick, creamy icing. Blend until smooth.