Fudge Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
3. 3
   Cream butter with 2/3 cup sugar.
4. 4
   Add flour mixture with milk, stirring just enough to blend.
5. 5
   Add 3 tablespoons cocoa, vanilla and nuts.
6. 6
   Turn into 8-inch square pan.
7. 7
   Combine remaining dry ingredients.
8. 8
   Sprinkle over batter.
9. 9
   Pour boiling water over batter; do not stir.
10. 10
    Bake for 1 hour.
11. 11
    Pudding will separate into cake and sauce.
12. 12
    Cool slightly in pan.
13. 13
    Serve warm with ice cream, if desired.
14. 14
    Makes 9 servings.