Devils Food Cake

Mrs. Masako Kuwaye – Houselots

• ¾ c shortening
• 1 7/8 c brown sugar
• ¾ c boiling water
• ¾ tsp baking powder
• 3 sq. bitter chocolate
• 1½ tsp vanilla
• 2¼ c flour
• 3 eggs
• 1½ tsp baking soda
• ¾ tsp salt
• ¾ c sour milk

Cream shortening, add sugar gradually and cream mixture until light and fluffy. Meanwhile pour the boiling water over chocolate; stir over low flame until smooth and thick. Cool and add to creamed mixture; blend thoroughly.

Sift dry ingredients 3 times then add to chocolate mixture alternately with milk. Beat well after each addition.

Bake in oven at 350° F for 25 to 30 min. Makes 3 – 8 inch layers.