In memory of my mother, Geneva Boatwright Hillje -Betty J. Koricanek
2 c. sugar 2-1/2 c. sifted flour
3/4 c. shortening 2 tsp. baking soda
2 eggs 1 tsp. salt
1 c. sour milk 1/2 c. cocoa
1 tsp vanilla 1 c. boiling water
Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs one at a time. Beat well after each addition. Add vanilla to milk. Alternate milk with flour which
has been sifted with salt, soda, and cocoa; beginning and ending with flour. Add boiling water and stir until thoroughly mixed.
Bake 350 degrees 25 to 35 min.