1ST PART:

1 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa
1 c. hot water
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix and let cool.

2ND PART:

1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 c. milk

Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs. Alternate dry ingredients with milk. Pour first part on top of second part in pastry lined pie pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes. Makes 3 (9 inch) pies.