oatmeal cake

from Norma Nelson

Melt one cube margarine or butter in 1 & 1/2 cups boiling water, then add 1 cup oatmeal (regular, not instant).  Mix 2 eggs, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 cup white sugar, add to first mixture.  Then add 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp nutmeg, 1 tsp soda, 1 tsp vanilla, and 1/2 tsp salt.  Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

topping
put in double boiler or heavy saucepan
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cream or evaporated milk
6 tbs melted butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup nuts
1 cup coconut

Mix, spread on cake.  Place under broiler till bubbly and light brown.  Watch carefully, don't leave unattended.