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1-1/2 cups sifted cake flour
1-1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs
3/4 cup whipping cream
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
GOLDEN BUTTER FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups sifted powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
Light cream (about 2 tablespoons)
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FOR THE CAKE: In a bowl sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. In large mixing bowl combine the eggs and cream; beat with rotary beater or electric mixer till well blended. Beat in sugar; continue beating till thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the flour mixture. Stir in the walnuts. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan. Bake at 350 F. till the cake tests done, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool. Frost with Golden Butter Frosting.
GOLDEN BUTTER FROSTING: In a small saucepan melt 1/4 cup butter; keep over low heat till butter is golden brown. (Watch carefully to prevent scorching.) Remove from heat. Place 2 cups sifted powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat in the melted butter. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Blend in enough light cream to make frosting of spreading consistency. Quickly spread frosting on top of cooled cake.
Heritage Cookbook BHG
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Comments from olga
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Although the Shakers are known for their simple foods, not everything they ate was home style. On holidays or for special occasions, they served rich dishes such as this cake.
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