Texas Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar.
2. 2
   In heavy saucepan, combine margarine, shortening, coffee or water and cocoa.
3. 3
   Stir and heat to boiling.
4. 4
   Pour boiling mixture over the flour and sugar in the bowl.
5. 5
   Add buttermilk, eggs, soda and vanilla; mix well.
6. 6
   Pour into a well buttered 17 1/2 x 11-inch pan.
7. 7
   Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until done.
8. 8
   While brownies bake, prepare frosting.