How Do You Make Italian Pound Cake?
This recipe makes a delicous Italian Pound Cake. The cake is very heavy and delicious. It’s a great addition to any holiday gathering! In a large mixing bowl cream together 3 c. sugar, 2 sticks margarine, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/2 c. shortening. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in 1 c. evaporated milk and 3 c. flour. Mix in 2 tsp. vanilla butternut flavoring and 1 c. maraschino cherries. Pour into greased and floured bundt or tube pan. Place cake in cold oven. Turn oven onto 325 degrees. Bake 1 hour and 45 minutes at 325 degrees. Test after 1 1/2 hour. Remove from pan and spread with apricot preserves while still hot. Allow to cool completely and enjoy!