1 pkg. fudge cake mix
1 (21 oz.) can cherry pie filling
1 tsp. almond extract
2 eggs, well beaten

Grease and flour pan. Combine all ingredients; stir by hand until well blended. Pour into prepared pan (9 x 13-inch glass pan). Bake at 325 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean. Frost after cake cools.

FROSTING:

1 c. sugar
1/3 c. milk
5 tbsp. butter
2 (6 oz.) pkgs. semi-sweet chocolate chips (or 1 [12 oz.] pkg.)

Combine sugar, butter and milk; boil 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in chocolate chips until smooth. Spread on cake.