From Mary.
Stir with a wire whisk:
1 Cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
3/4 Cup sugar
Add and mix:
1/2 Cup milk
2 Tablespoons melted shortening
Add and mix:
1 Cup chopped nuts
Pour into a greased 9 inch square pan.
(Use 9 by 13 inch cake pan for double recipe.)
Mix:
1/4 Cup brown sugar
4 Tablespoons cocoa powder
1 3/4 Cups hot water
Pour carefully over the batter.
Bake at 350 degrees for 40- 45 minutes.
The layers will reverse during baking.
Serve warm or cooled. Good with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top.
