Athens Pecan Cake (Greek Menu 1) Recipe
- 1/2 lb Butter
- 1 c. Sugar
- 6 x Large eggs, well beaten Rind of 1 orange
- 1 c. Minced pecans
- 1/2 ounce Brandy
- 2 c. Flour
- 4 tsp Baking pwdr
- Cream butter and sugar.
- Mix in beaten Large eggs and blend well.
- Add in orange rind, nuts and brandy and mix well.
- Add in flour and baking pwdr, blending thoroughly.
- Pour into a greased 9x13" baking pan.
- Bake in a 350 F. oven for 40 min, or possibly till done.
- Makes 24 servings.
- NOTES :This recipe is a big hit at the Taverna Anna Restaurant in North Filotheh, a suburb of Athens.
- If desired pecans, you'll enjoy this cake.
- Bobbie's notes: I found this a bit dry.
- I served it with peach butter.
- Try cutting cooking time by 10 min.
- Test for doneness.
butter, sugar, eggs, pecans, brandy, flour, baking pwdr
Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/athens-pecan-cake-greek-menu-1-71292 (may not work)