*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          MARASCHINO PARTY CAKE

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Desserts                         Cakes

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2 1/4   c            Flour
   1 1/3   c            Sugar
   3       ts           Baking powder
   1       t            Salt
     1/2   c            Shortening
     1/4   c            Maraschino cherry juice
  16                    Maraschino cherries cut into
                        -eighths
     1/2   c            Milk
     1/2                TO
     2/3   c            Egg whites, unbeaten
                        - 4 large eggs
     1/2   c            Chopped nuts

  Sift together in mixing bowl flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add
  shortening, cherry juice, cherries and milk.  Mix on slow to medium speed
  for 2 minutes.  Add egg whites and continue beating 2 more minutes. Add
  nuts.  Bake in two layers in 350 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
  Ice with 7 minute icing and decorate with cherries.
 


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