Hi
Alexandra expressed a wish for sweet bread with almond & cherries. This is
my favourite bread to make for Christmas.....or an other time of year :) I
hope you enjoy it
Cherry-Bread
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 (8oz) pkg. Cream cheese
1 c. butter
1 tsp. almond extract
Cream together & add, one at a time, beating well:
4 large eggs
Combine & Gradually add:
2 c.all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
Combine & stir in:
1/4 c. flour
2 c. maraschino cherries
1/2 c. ground almonds
Pour into 2 greased 9 x 5" pans
Bake at 325F. for 1 to 1 ½ hours
Mix 1/2 c. icing sugar with a little milk to form a glaze if desired.
Heather Kelly
Ontario, Canada