Preheat oven to 350º F.

In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients, including the sugar.

Stir in the remaining wet ingredients leaving the water aside.

Beat in the boiling water by adding small amounts at a time until the batter is well blended.

Add batter to 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.