Aunt Ag'S Chocolate Cake

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   Cream together shortening, sugar, and eggs well. Add cocoa mix alternately with sifted dry ingredients. Bake in 350 degree oven approximately 30 minutes for round pans, 40 minutes for large pan and 20 minutes for cupcakes.

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   SINGLE RECIPE: Approximately 22 cupcakes.1 c. boiling water

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   1/2 c. cocoa

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   1/2 c. butter

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   3/4 c. granulated sugar

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   2 eggs

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   1 tsp. vanilla

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   1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour

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   3/4 tsp. salt

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    1 tsp. baking soda

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    1/4 tsp. baking powder

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    Follow directions above.

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    HUNGARIAN CHOCOLATE FROSTING:

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    4-5 sq. unsweetened chocolate

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    2 1/2 c. unsifted confectioners sugar

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    1/4 c. hot water

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    2 egg yolks or one whole egg

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    6 tbsp. soft butter (I usually use butter)

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    Add sugar and water to melted chocolate and mix. Add egg yolks and beat well. Add butter, one tablespoon at a time and beat well after each. Frosts tops and sides of 2 layer cakes or one 13x9 inch cake. Make less for single recipe of cupcakes. This is a family favorite.

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