Louise's Sheetcake

As I have gotten older I wanted to reconnect with my families roots. Oneway that I have started doing this is by learning popular dishes and desserts that family members are known for.  My Grandma told me that Aunt Louise was known for her sheet cake and that it was a must have a family gatherings.  Louise also served this cake for large groups as she did a number of catering events. So, I thought I would give it a try when I had a friend over for dinner last week.

The fallowing recipe is just how my grandmother composed it.

2 c. flour
2 c. suger
1/2 c. butter or oleo
3 T. cocoa
1 c. water
2 well-beaten eggs
1 tsp. soda
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla

Put in mixer 2 cups flour, 2 cups sugar. Boil 1 cup water, 1/2 cup oleo with 3 tablespoons cocoa. Pour over flour. Mix well and add the 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon soda and 1/2 cup buttermilk with vanilla. Bake at 350' for 10-30 minutes in large cooking tray. Upon removal from oven: Melt 1/2 cup butter with 3 table spoons cocoa, adding 1 package powdered sugar and enough milk for spreading consistency. Frost upon removal from oven.

The cake was very good and the frosting was a bit sugary for my liking however it was well received by our guest. I hope you enjoy this cake as much as my family has.