Ingredients

1 C. oatmeal
1 1/2 C. boiling water
1/2 C. shortening
1 3/4 C. brown sugar
1 C. sugar
6 Tbsp. butter
1 C. coconut and nuts (optional)
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/3 C. flour
1/3 C. cream or evaporated milk

Cooking Instructions

Frosting: Mix 3/4 C. brown sugar, butter, cream and coconut. Spread over cake after baking and broil until bubbling. Cake: Mix and set aside oatmeal and boiling water. Mix remaining ingredients and add to oatmeal. Bake in 9 inch x 13 inch pan at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.
 
 
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