Sheath Cake (called Sheet Cake by normal people)

 

Sheath Cake

Sift and set aside:

2 c. flour

2 c. sugar

In saucepan, bring to boil:

1 c. water

2 sticks butter

4 Tbsp. cocoa

Pour this mixture over the flour and sugar in a mixing bowl.

Add:

½ c buttermilk

½ tsp cinnamon

1 tsp. Soda

1 tsp. Vanilla

2 eggs

Beat until smooth and pour into a greased 11/16 inch jellyroll pan.

Bake @ 350* for 20-25 minutes

While cake is baking, prepare frosting:

1 stick butter

6 Tbsp. milk

4 Tbsp. cocoa

Boil and remove from heat. Pour over 1 lb. box of powdered sugar

Add: 1 tsp. Vanilla

Cool cake for about 10 minutes then pour prepared frosting over warm cake.