HOT FUDGE PUDDING CAKE

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

Measure flour, sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt into bowl. Blend in milk and shortening. Stir in nuts. Pour into ungreased glass 9"x9" square pan. Stir together brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa. Sprinkle over batter. Pour 1 3/4 cup hot water over batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes or until cake is no longer doughy. 5 to 6 big servings. Serve warm with ice cream or Cool Whip.