My Mom's Hot Fudge Pudding Cake

Sift together into a bowl the flour, baking powder, salt, white sugar and 2 tablespoons of cocoa.

Stir in the milk and melted shortening.

Stir in the nuts and pour this mixture into a 9-inch square pan.

Sprinkle with a mixture of 1 cup of brown sugar and 4 tablespoons of cocoa.

Pour 1 3/4 cups of very hot water slowly over the top.

Bake at 350° for 45 minutes.

The cake will come to the top with a creamy, rich chocolate sauce forming on the bottom. Cut and serve the piece upside down on a plate and top with Cool Whip.