Mix first 6 ingredients in large mixing bowl then add: 1 cup boiling water with 2 tsp soda added to it. Stir well, then add gradually 2 3/4 cups flour.
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Bake in 9x13 inch pan at 350 for 40-45 min. Bake in 2 round pans at 350 for 30-35 min. Bake as cupcakes at 325 for 20-25 min.