2 c. light brown sugar
1/2 c. butter
2 eggs
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
2 c. sifted flour
2 tbsp. cocoa
1 tbsp. vanilla

Warm buttermilk and shortening. Put in large mixing bowl. Add sugar, eggs and beat thoroughly. Add dry ingredients, sifted together, and beat. Bake in greased, floured pan (9 x 14 x 2 inches) in 350 degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

ICING:

1 stick melted butter
1 c. brown sugar
6 tbsp. cream
1 c. pecans

Mix ingredients in order given. Spread on cake that has been baked. Place under broiler and allow to bubble and lighten in color.