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Poor Man’S Cake

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This International dessert features Sugar, Raisins, Lard *, Allspice, Cloves. It delivers sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 1135.3
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This International dessert features Sugar, Raisins, Lard *, Allspice, Cloves. It delivers sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 2 cup Raisins
  • 1 cup Lard *
  • 1/4 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cloves
  • 1 Pinch Of Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (Or To Taste)
Directions
  1. 1
    The original recipe calls for Lard.
  2. 2
    I don't know if shortening will work or not.
  3. 3
    ~~Boil together all ingredients.
  4. 4
    Add water just enough water to cover raisins.
  5. 5
    Boil until raisins are tender.
  6. 6
    Cool.
  7. 7
    Add 1 t baking soda and enough Unbleached flour to make a stiff batter.
  8. 8
    Pour batter into 9-inch round cake pan.
  9. 9
    Bake in moderate oven until cake springs back when touched lightly (about 1 hour at 350 degrees F (177&# 194;°C)).
  10. 10
    Serve warm or cold with cream, custard sauce or powdered sugar frosting.
  11. 11
    Walnuts may be added to batter just before baking

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1135.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 60.6g94%
Saturated Fat 23.5g118%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 97516.3mg4064%
Total Carbohydrate 155.8g52%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g21%
Sugars 148.8g
Protein 3.8g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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