II  Honey Cake II

Ingredients:

  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup shortening or oil
  • 1 lemon (juice )
  • 1 orange (juice)
  • 5 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Bring to Boil and Cool :

  • 1 cup strong, black coffee
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Preparation:

  • Beat eggs well, add melted and cooled shortening or oil.
  • Add fruit juices.
  • Add pre-sifted dry ingredients alternately with coffee-honey mixture.
  • Bake in a 9X12 inch loaf pan in a moderate oven (350 degrees) about 1-1/4 hours.