INGREDIENTS
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or the cake:
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4 oz. Baker’s German’s Sweet Chocolate
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1/2 c. water
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4 eggs, separated
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2 c. flour
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1 tsp. baking soda
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1/4 tsp. salt
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1 c. butter, softened
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2 c. sugar
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1 tsp. vanilla
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1 c. buttermilk
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for the coconut-pecan frosting:
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4 egg yolks
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1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
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1-1/2 tsp. vanilla
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1-1/2 c. sugar
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3/4 c. butter or margarine
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1 7-oz. pkg. flake coconut (about 2-2/3 cups)
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1-1/2 c. chopped pecans