Quick Chocolate Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (1 oz.) sq. chocolate
1 c. boiling water
1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. sour milk
2 eggs, beaten

Preparation

Heat chocolate, water and shortening in top of double boiler until chocolate is melted and the mixture is glossy when beaten slightly.
(This can be done in the microwave.)
Remove from heat and place in mixing bowl.
Add remaining ingredients in the order listed.
Beat vigorously for 2 minutes.
(This batter is very thin; do not add more flour.)
Pour batter into greased pans and bake in 350\u00b0 oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
Makes two 9-inch layers or a 9 x 13-inch pan (bake this 40 to 45 minutes).