Grandmothers' Chocolate Cake

Directions

1. 1

   1 1/2 c + 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 1 1/4 c Boiling water 1 1/2 c Cake flour 1 1/2 c + 2 tablespoons all purpose -flour l 1/4 teaspoons baki

2. 2

   She says, "Half of this recipe comes from my grandmother, and the other half from my husband's grandmother

3. 3

   I grew up eating the chocolate frosting and husband grew up eating the cake

4. 4

   Put the components together and all that's missing is a tall glass of milk." Preheat the oven to 350F

5. 5

   Butter three 9-inch round cake pans

6. 6

   Whisk together the cocoa and the boiling water in a bowl, making a smooth paste

7. 7

   Set aside to cool

8. 8

   Sift together the cake flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder and baking soda