1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. flour
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. vinegar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. oil
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cocoa
1 sm. bottle red food coloring

Mix all together at once. Cook 3 layers, 30 minutes, 2 layers 40 minutes at 350 degrees.

CREAM CHEESE ICING FOR RED VELVET CAKE:

1 box powdered sugar
8 oz. cream cheese
1 stick butter
1 tsp. vanilla

Let cream cheese and butter stand at room temperature. Mix together, add sugar and vanilla. Spread.