1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. 2. In a mixing bowl, cream the sugar & butter, beat until light & fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time & mix well after each addition. 3. Mix cocoa & food coloring together & then add to sugar mixture; mix well. 4. Sift together four & salt. 5. Add flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Blend in vanilla. 6. In a small bowl, combine baking soda & vinegar & add to mixture. Pour batter into 3 (8-inch) round greased & floured pans. 7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from heat & cool completely before frosting.
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