HOT FUDGE PUDDING CAKE

1 c. flour*
3/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. milk
2 tbsp. shortening, melted
1 c. finely chopped nuts
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1/4 c. cocoa
1 3/4 c. hot water

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Measure flour, sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt into bowl. Blend in milk and shortening; stir in nuts. Pour into ungreased square pan, 9 x 9 x 2 inches. Stir together brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa; sprinkle over batter. Pour HOT water over batter. Bake 45 minutes. While warm, spoon cake into dessert dishes and spoon sauce over each serving. If desired, serve with sweetened whipped cream or ice cream. Yield: 9 servings. *If using self-rising flour, omit baking powder and salt.