Texas Cake

2 c. flour
2 c. sugar
1 c. margarine
1 tsp. soda
2 eggs
1 c. water
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp vanilla

(add 1/4 c. cocoa for chocolate cake)

Mix flour and sugar in bowl. Cook margarine, water, (cocoa), bring to boil. Pour in flour and sugar, mix. Add remaining ingredients. Pour on greased cookie sheet.

Frosting:

Bring to boil:
1/2 c. margarine
6 T. milk
(1/4 c. cocoa if wanting chocolate frosting)

add:
1 tsp vanilla
3/4 bag powdered sugar til thick, beat til smooth.