Day 1, 2, 3, 4; stir.

Day 5. Feed him:

1/2 c. sugar
1 c. milk
1 c. flour

Stir.

Day 5, 7, 8, 9. Stir.

Day 10 Feed him:

1/2 c. sugar
1 c. milk
1 c. flour

Stir.

Take out 1 cup for a friend and 1 cup for yourself. Take batter that is left and make Herman.

HERMAN BATTER:

2 eggs
2/3 c. oil
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. sugar
1 c. raisins (opt.)
1 c. nuts (opt.)

(Can substitute any amount of any fruit: rhubarb, apples, peaches, crushed pineapple, etc.) Spread layer of fruit in bottom of greased pan.

Pour batter into greased pan. Can use 2 (9"x13"), 2 (8"x8") or 1 (9"x13") and 1 (8"x8"), depending on thickness.

Before baking sprinkle Herman with crumb topping:

1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tbsp. flour
1 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. soft butter

Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes. When done, can pour a glaze over Herman. Choice of 2 glazes.

1ST GLAZE:

1/2 c. butter
1 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. milk

Boil for 5 minutes.

2ND GLAZE:

1 c. maple syrup
3/4 c. butter

Boil for 5 minutes.