Bill Knapp'S Chocolate Cake

1. 1

   Beat together cake mix, warm water and eggs with electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth.

2. 2

   Pour into a greased and floured 9x13-inch baking pan.

3. 3

   Bake at 325 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until tester in center of cake comes out clean.

4. 4

   Let cool on wire rack.

5. 5

   While cake is baking, prepare topping: In top of double boiler, over simmering water, combile butter, chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and corn syrup.

6. 6

   Cook over the simmering water, stirring occasionally, until smooth (20-30 minutes).

7. 7

   Remove from heat and beat with an electric mixer until smooth.

8. 8

   Cut cake into squares and top with a generous spoonful of warm topping.

9. 9

   Top each square with a scoop of vanilla ice cream just before serving.

10. 10

    Store topping in refrigerator, tightly capped, for up to a few months; freezes well.

11. 11

    Reheat in microwave a serving at a time.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.