DEPRESSION CAKE 
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. water
1/3 c. lard or cooking oil

Boil 3 minutes. 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

When thoroughly cooked, add 2 cups flour, sifted with 1/2 teaspoon each of baking powder, soda, and salt. Bake in a square pan in a moderate oven for 35 minutes. Half cup of nuts may be added if a rich cake desired.

 

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