Texas Sheet Cake

Because of our generous neighbors and our own little garden we've been eating a lot of vegetables. Vegetables are so good for you and we do love vegetables but after awhile I just need a little fat and sugar to balance things out a bit. The mister and I NEEDED a little chocolate, OK a lot of chocolate, and this recipe definitely is chocolatey. I've been making this recipe for at least 30 years so it's been around for awhile. It's a huge hit at potlucks and family gatherings.

Texas Sheet Cake

Bring to a boil:

2 sticks butter or margarine

1 cup water

3 tbsp cocoa powder

Add to above:

2 cups flour

2 cups sugar

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 cup sour cream

2 beaten eggs (add to cooled mixture)

1 tsp vanilla

Mix and pour into greased 11x17 jelly roll pan or cookie sheet with sides.

Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes

Frosting

Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes:

1 stick butter or margarine

6 tbsp milk

3 tbsp cocoa powder

2 tsp vanilla

Add all at once to above and stir well:

1 16 oz box powdered sugar

1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

This cake is delicious with vanilla bean ice cream on the side.

So if you're in need of a chocolate fix, I guarantee this will do it! Enjoy.