1 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa
2 eggs
1/2 c. sweet milk
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla

Put all ingredients in mixer bowl and beat 2 minutes. Add 1 cup boiling water and mix 1 minute. Bake at 350 degrees.

BROWN SUGAR FROSTING:

1 1/2 c. brown sugar
6 tbsp. milk
6 tbsp. butter

Boil 1 minute. Add vanilla and beat.