Many recipes handed down through the generations often take for granted that the new cook knows what the old cook is talking about. It has been my experience that this is not usually true. You’re supposed to automatically know to grease and flour the pans, what a “slow, moderate or hot oven” is and how long it takes to get to “till done”. It takes some trial and error, but always worth it.
My dad was born in a small farming town outside of Fresno. When he was a young child they moved to another small town in Oklahoma, where my grandparents had milk cows and farmed. Needless to say, they didn’t just run to the store to pick up a few things. Grandma cooked…she cooked a lot. This is one of her recipes, one of my dad’s favorites. I hope you enjoy it too.
LAZY DAISY CAKE
1 1/2 c. flour
1/4 t. salt
2 t. baking powder
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. melted shortening
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
1/2 t. vanilla
1/4 c. butter, melted
1/2 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. coconut
3 T. cream
Sift first 4 ingredients together, add shortening. Mix egg, milk and vanilla, add to shortening mixture. Beat well with mixer for 30 seconds. Pour batter into an oblong pan (9×13, I spray mine with cooking spray) bake at 350º for 25 to 30 minutes. Mix remaining ingredients, spread on warm cake. Place under broiler until brown. WATCH CAREFULLY!
Vivian (Lee) Hoover
