1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. flour
4 tbsp. cocoa
1 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. water

Cream shortening, sugar and salt together. Add eggs. In separate bowl; sift flour and cocoa. Add flour and milk alternating each mixture and stir well. Mix soda and water; add to mixture after mixed well. Add vanilla. Pour into pans that have been floured and greased. Bake 30-35 minutes. This makes enough for 3 round pans or 1 large oblong pan.

ICING:

1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. flour
1 c. milk
3/4 stick butter
1 c. pecans
1 c. coconut

Mix sugar, flour and milk; cook until thick. Add butter. Remove from heat. Add coconut and pecans.