Almond Joy Cake

INGREDIENTS:

1 (2-layer) butter chocolate cake mix
1 cup milk
1 cup sugar
24 marshmallows
1 (14-ounce) package shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
Whole almonds, lightly toasted (optional)

TO PREPA

Bake the cake using package directions for a 9 x 13-inch cake pan.
Bring the milk and 1 cup sugar to a boil in a saucepan. Boil for 1
minute; reduce the heat. Stir in the marshmallows and cook until
blended, stirring constantly. Stir in the coconut and pour over the
hot cake.
Bring 1-1/2 cups sugar, the evaporated milk and butter to a boil
in a saucepan; reduce the heat to low. Add the chocolate chips and mix
well. Cook until blended, stirring frequently. Fold in the almonds.
Pour the chocolate mixture over the warm layers. Let stand until set
and cut into squares. You may freeze for future use.

HINT: For neat slices, chill for several hours before cutting.

YIELDS: 1 to 2 dozen squares