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Easy Red Velvet Cake

1 package (18-1/4 ounces) fudge marble cake mix
1 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
2 eggs
1 bottle (1 ounce) red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FROSTING:
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

In a large mixing bowl, combine the contents of cake mix and baking soda. Add the
buttermilk, eggs, food coloring and vanilla; beat on low speed for 30 seconds.
Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round
baking pans. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted
near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to
wire racks to cool completely. For frosting, whisk flour and milk in a small
saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until

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Easy Red Velvet Cake cont.

thickened. Cover and cool to room temperature. In a small bowl, cream butter
and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Add milk mixture; beat for 10
minutes or until fluffy. Spread frosting between layers and over the top and
sides of cake.

Yield: 12 servings.