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Ingredients

For the Simple Syrup:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon zest, cut in strips
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

For the Cake:

• 1/2 pound mixed dried fruits, such as blueberries, cranberries, cherries, raisins, and chopped apricots
• 1/2 pound, (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 ounces almond paste
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup Grand Marnier, or other orange-flavored liqueur
• 2 cups bleached all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 1/2 cup pecan pieces
• 1/2 cup walnut pieces
• 1/4 cup bourbon

Description

Food Network Invites You To Try This Creole Christmas Fruit Cake With Whiskey Sauce Recipe From Emeril Lagasse.

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