2 1/4 cup flour
1 tsp. baking powder
2/3 cup shortening or butter (can use Smart Balance)
3 eggs or 3/4 cup egg substitute
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup water
1 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 1/4 tsp. vanilla
1/2 cup cocoa
1/2-2/3 cup sauerkraut, rinsed, drained and chopped

1. Cream together sugar, shortening; add eggs and mix well.
    
2. Add vanilla, salt, and cocoa.
    
3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and soda.
    
4. Alternately add flour mixture and water to creamed mixture.
    
5. Bake in a greased and floured 13x9 pan at 375 degrees for 35-45 minutes(Check for doneness at 35 minutes). Cool before frosting.
    
6. This is a very moist and chewy cake.
    
7. You can add your favorite chocolate frosting or leave plain.
    

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35-45