There are always loads of recipes I'd like to try but lose them before I do. This is where I can record recipes I find interesting and keep notes on my experiments with them.

I have a system that I've adopted for working through recipes:

1 - New recipes are saved to the Experimental Mouffette and is labeled : Untested
2 - As I'm working out the changes I'd like to make (if any) it is labeled : Testing
3 - Once I think I've got the correct formula it is labeled : Test 1
4 - IF I am able to reproduce the effect a second time it is labeled : Test 2 - if I am not able to reproduce the effect, it remains Test 1
5 - The same process as step 4 is used to graduate it to Test 3
6 - Once I have been able to reproduce the effect successfully 3 times, it graduates to my main blog, La Mouffette Gourmande

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Monday, December 5, 2011

Untested - Whiskey Cake

Although this is likely my favorite whiskey cake recipe, I thought I'd try this one on for size.

1  cup sugar  
1  cup brown sugar, packed  
1  cup butter, softened  
3   eggs  
3  cups  sifted cake flour  
1/2 teaspoon baking powder  
1/2 teaspoon mace  
1  cup Bourbon (100 proof)  
2  cups pecans, chopped  
Whiskey Sauce (I'D LIKE TO FIND A NON-CORN SYRUP ALTERNATIVE)
1/2 cup light corn syrup (optional)  
1  tablespoon light corn syrup (optional)  
1  tablespoon rum (optional)  
2  tablespoons  whiskey (optional)  
  1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
  2. Combine the sugars and cream with butter.
  3. Add well-beaten eggs.
  4. Sift flour, bakin gpoder and mace; add alternately with whiskey.
  5. Add nuts, blend well.
  6. Bake in well greased or paper-lined tube pan for 2 1/2- 3 hours.
  7. The cake should have a moist, crumbly texture similar to a macaroon.
  8. Wrap in foil and store in a cool place.(Do Not Freeze).
  9. The cake cuts easier when cold, but should be served at room temperature.
  10. It will keep for two weeks or longer.
  11. Note: For added flavor, add 1 TBS of Whiskey Sauce (See ingredients above and combine all well) to the cake one half hour before serving.

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