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Chocolate Oatmeal Cake
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Ready In: 55 Minutes
Servings: 6
I haven't tried this recipe yet, but it sure sounds good to me! It's from one of my 3 favorite cookbooks, The Best of Mennonite Fellowship Meals.
Ingredients:
1 cup oatmeal
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1 (6 ounce) package chocolate chips
Directions:
1. Pour boiling water over oatmeal in large mixing bowl and let stand for 5-10 minutes.
2. Add shortening, sugar and eggs; mix well.
3. Add flour, salt, baking soda, cocoa and vanilla.
4. Pour into greased and floured 9 x 13 baking pan.
5. Sprinkle nuts and chocolate chips over batter.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for about 35 minutes.
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