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BLACK WALNUT CAKE

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3 c. sugar

3 c. flour (all-purpose)

2 Tbsp. walnut flavoring

2 sticks margarine

1/4 tsp. salt

1 tsp. each cloves, nutmeg

1/2 c. Crisco oil

1 small can milk (add water to

make 1 c.)

2 small cans black walnuts,

chopped

5 large eggs

Cream shortening, sugar and salt. Add eggs one at a
time. Add flour, spices and milk alternately, ending with flour. Fold
in flavoring and nuts by hands. Bake in greased tube pan for 1
hour 45 minutes at 325 degrees. Start in a cold oven. Do NOT open
door while baking. Remove from pan immediately.

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CREAMY MAPLE FROSTING

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1/4 c. shortening, butter or
margarine

1/2 tsp. salt

1/3 c. maple syrup

2 tsp. vanilla

3 c. confectioners sugar

2 Tbsp. milk

Combine shortening (butter or margarine), salt, syrup,
vanilla and 1 cup of sugar. Add milk and remaining sugar
alternately. Mix until smooth and creamy. To thicken, add
sugar; to thin, add milk.

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MAPLE FROSTING

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1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese,
softened

1 1/2 lb. confectioners sugar,
sifted (about 6 c.)

2 tsp. maple flavoring

dash of salt

1 to 2 Tbsp. milk

In large mixer bowl, beat cheese until fluffy. Add
sugar, flavoring, salt and 1 tablespoon milk. Mix well. Add
additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time for desired consistency.