EASY RED VELVET CAKE

FOR THE CAKE:
1 (2-layer size) package fudge marble cake mix
1 tsp. baking soda
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1 (1 oz.) bottle red food coloring
1 tsp. vanilla extract
FOR THE FLUFFY FROSTING:
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup sugar
2 tsp. vanilla extract

TO MAKE THE CAKE:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 2 (9-inch) round cake pans

In mixing bowl, combine contents of cake mix and baking soda. Add eggs, buttermilk, food coloring and vanilla; blend on low until moistened. Beat on high speed for 2 minutes. Pour into prepared cake pans.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to a wire rack to cool completely.

TO MAKE THE FLUFFY FROSTING:
Whisk flour and milk in a saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cover and refrigerate.

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add chilled milk mixture; beat for 10 minutes or until fluffy. Stir in vanilla.

Frost between layers and top and sides of cake.

Makes 12 servings
Adapted from unknown source