Chocolate Cake
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup hot coffee
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sift together dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. Add oil, coffee and milk; mix at medium speed for 2 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla extract; beat 2 more minutes. (Batter will be thin.) Pour into two greased and floured 9-inch cake pans. Bake at 325 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool cakes 15 minutes before removing from pans. Cool on wire racks.
Favorite Icing
1 cup milk
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Combine milk and flour in a saucepan; cook until thick. Cover and refrigerate. In a mixing bowl, beat butter, shortening, sugar and vanilla extract until creamy. Add chilled milk/flour mixture and beat for 10 minutes. Frost cooled cake.
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2 in 1 Combo LG Travel Charger + Car Charger. For LG Cell Phone Model - AX275 / AX380 / AX380 Wave / Chocolate KG800 / KG808 / MG800C / KG90 / EnV / Chocolate VX8500 / Chocolate VX8550 / CU575 Trax / KE800 / KE970 Shine / U970 Shine / KG320 / KG810 / LX150 / LX570 Muziq / U830 / VX8350 / VX8600 / AX8600 / VX8700 / VX9400 / VX9900. Rapic AC/DC Battery Adapter.View This Product at Amazon
The Rapid Travel Charger is a compact and lightweight accessory. It is small enough to fit in a briefcase, purse or your pocket. There is no longer the need to carry around bulky charging units when traveling. The charger can be used as a convenient, secondary charger at home or office. A car charger will is included in the deal.
Brand New Car Charger for LG Cell Phone Model - AX275 / AX380 / AX380 Wave / Chocolate KG800 / KG808 / MG800C / KG90 / EnV / Chocolate VX8500 / Chocolate VX8550 / CU575 Trax / KE800 / KE970 Shine / U970 Shine / KG320 / KG810 / LX150 / LX570 Muziq / U830 / VX8350 / VX8600 / AX8600 / VX8700 / VX9400 / VX9900. Rapic DC Battery AdapterView This Product at Amazon
Use your LG cellphone a lot? Should have a charger everywhere possible. Do not like the price LG dealer charge you for an original charger? Take this inexpensive replacement with the same function but a fraction of the price.
Classic Round Lens Moto Goggles Motorcycle MX Vespa Jeep Motorbike Scooter Three Color Interchangeable LensesView This Product at Amazon
Dimensions: 6 inches (15.3cm) inside temple, 2 inches (5cm) tall, 14 inches (35cm) max strap length (unstretched). About 22 inches fully stretched.
Belkin Leather Folio Case for 80/120 GB iPod classic 6G (Black/Chocolate Brown)View This Product at Amazon
This fashion-inspired leather case provides full protection from everyday scratches and scuffs. The sleek, portable design lets you slip your iPod right into your pocket or purse.
Belkin Leather Folio for iPod nano 3G (Cameo Pink/Chocolate)View This Product at Amazon
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The sides and the back of the iPod are covered by leather to prevent unsightly scratches. The Leather Folio features a wallet-style flap design, and a leather flap covers the face when it is not being used. A magnetic closure keeps the flap securely closed. The click-wheel and screen are protected by clear plastic and are fully accessible for navigation and video viewing. The hold switch and dock connector remain fully accessible as well so you never have to take your iPod out of the case.
The sleek design of the Leather Folio lets you slip your iPod right into your pocket or purse without a lot of added bulk. The Belkin Leather Folio for iPod nano is backed by Belkin's Lifetime Warranty.
Ugg Australia Woman Classic Tall Boots Chocolate US Sz 8View This Product at Amazon
Special Features: Genuine grade A sheepskin. Fully lined with luxiourious plush fleece and are surrounded by the highest quality two-faced sheepskin on the outer. Designed for all weathers. You can still wear Ugg boots in extreme weathers such as below 30 °F (these puppies will keep your feet warm) or up to 80 °F (the super soft fibers will act as air conditioning keeping your feet cool and comfortable). The fleece footbed will create a natural arch and mold your feet. Ideal to wear with barefeet to maximize the cushioning and warmth of the sheepshin. You can even roll down the top of the shaft to create a stylish look!!
Sizing measurement:
***** If you are not sure about your size, please measure the length of your feet. If you wear half size, please order half size down from your real size. Boot shaft: approx. 12". All sales final!!
Size 8 = 11 " in length and 4.5" in width across.