"Such a rich and smooth chocolate cake, covered with a creamy ganache frosting, will thrill chocolate lovers everywhere. This decadent cake is served in many Oregon restaurants...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2½ cups granulated sugar
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4½ teaspoons baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 1/3 cups vegetable or canola oil
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1½ cups buttermilk
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3 large eggs
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1½ cups freshly brewed, extra-strong hot coffee
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces
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1½ cups whipping (heavy) cream