Step 1

Heat oven to 300°F.

Step 2

Use Crisco Shortening to lightly grease and a flour 9-inch x 13-inch baking dish.

Step 3

Place all ingredients except the boiling cup of water into a mixing bowl.

Step 4

Mix at medium or medium-high speed. After one minute add the boiling water to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Continue to mix until all ingredients are blended and smooth.

Step 6

Pour batter into the greased and floured 9-inch x 13-inch baking dish.

Step 7

Place in preheated oven and bake for 1 hour

Step 8

Test to see if the cake is done by sticking a toothpick in the middle. If it pulls out clean, the cake is done. If not, place the baking dish back in the oven for an additional 5 minutes and then test again.

Step 9

Allow the cake to thoroughly cool before icing.