Microwave Cake

1 cup cake mix (any flavor)

1 egg

1/3 cup water

3 Tbs. oil

Directions: Combine all ingredients in the mixer. Beat for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy (scrape sides if needed). Pour into a greased glass ROUND pie pan. Place in the center of the microwave and cook for 4-5 minutes. Allow 1 minute of standing time after cooking. Frost (see below) while the cake is still warm and serve. Yield: 4-5 servings

Chocolate Frosting:

2 Tbs. margarine or butter

1 Tbs. cocoa powder

1 Tbs. + 1 1/2 tsp. milk (make sure you measure this correctly or it will be dry!!)

1 cup powdered sugar

1/2 tsp. vanilla

Directions: Melt the butter in a medium sauce pan on low heat. Add the cocoa powder and milk. Bring to a boil for 20-30 seconds, remove from the heat and then whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla till smooth.