Source: nephrocare.it

Presentation

Dessert of English origin prepared with sultanas, brandy, pecans, candied pineapple, candied cherries, angelica, candied orange peel, candied lemon peel, candied ginger, margarine, sugar and eggs.

Ingredients
Serves 24

• 225 g raisins (about 8 oz / 1½ cups)
• 2 tablespoons brandy (about 30 ml / 1 fl oz)
• 110 g pecans or walnuts, chopped (about 4 oz / 1 cup)
• 110 g candied pineapple, coarsely chopped (about 4 oz / ¾ cup)
• 175 g mixed candied cherries (red, green, and yellow), coarsely chopped (about 6.2 oz / 1 cup)
• 110 g mixed candied citrus peel (about 4 oz / ¾ cup)
• 50 g candied angelica, finely chopped (about 1.8 oz / ⅓ cup)
• 50 g candied ginger, finely chopped (about 1.8 oz / ⅓ cup)
• Grated zest of 1 medium orange
• Grated zest of 1 medium lemon
• 225 g margarine (about 8 oz / 1 cup)
• 225 g granulated sugar (about 8 oz / 1 cup + 2 tablespoons)
• 4 medium eggs (about 290 g / 10.2 oz total)
• 280 g all-purpose flour, sifted (about 10 oz / 2¼ cups)

Method

Grease a 20 cm diameter round cake pan or an 18 cm square pan on each side

Line it with a double layer of baking paper.

Start the night before, putting the sultanas and brandy in a large bowl. Cover and let soak overnight.

The next day, preheat the oven to 170 °C.

Add the nuts, fruit and candied zest to the sultanas.

In another bowl, beat the margarine and sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat the eggs separately

Gradually add them to the sugar mixture, stirring well after each addition.

Gently stir in the sifted flour, fruit, nuts, etc.

Transfer the mixture to the pan, leveling it with the back of a spoon

Place the pan in the oven so that the top of the cake is roughly in the center.

Bake the cake for an hour at 170 ° C.

At this point, cover the pan with a double layer of baking paper, lower the temperature to 150 ° C and continue cooking for another 2 hours.

Once baked, the cake will detach from the sides of the pan and will be elastic in the center.

Serve it in slices

Allergens

Pineapple: possible individual intolerance; Candied fruit: possible presence of sulfur dioxide and sulphites

Angelica: possible individual reactivity and phototoxicity given furanocoumariin content

Brandy: possible presence of sulphites included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Cherries: possible cross-reactivity in case of allergies to grasses, birch and parietaria; Candied fruits: possible presence of sulfur dioxide and sulphites

Margarine: possible allergy or intolerance problems based on the seeds of origin

Pecans: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Orange: possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy; Candied fruits: possible presence of sulfur dioxide and sulphites

Lemon: lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy; Candied fruits: possible presence of sulfur dioxide and sulphites

Egg: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Sultanas:  possible presence of sulphites

Ginger: possible reactivity in case of intolerance to spices; Candied fruits: possible presence of sulfur dioxide and sulphites

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

Cake can also be given to children as the alcohol in the brandy evaporates during cooking but the aroma remains

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Pineapple: provides flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathics; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants.

Angelica: possible anxiolytic action

Oranges: provide flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune and cardiovascular systems: also indicated for nephropathic patients; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Brandy: moderate alcohol consumption has a favorable action on the functionality of the cardio-vascular system and on mood, reducing stress and anxiety.

Cherries: provide flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathics; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, they provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Lemon: Rich in substances with antioxidant action: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote the regeneration of liver cells, the functionality of the immune system and which act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Margarines: especially the versions enriched with omega-3 and plant sterols help reduce total blood cholesterol and improve cardiovascular health.

Pecans: they are a source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Also useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Rich in magnesium and omega 3 fatty acids important for regulating mood and cognitive function

Egg: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Rich in Vitamin D that fights mood disorders.

Raisins (Sultanas): source of antioxidants, including resveratrol, with anti-inflammatory, anticancer properties and able to reduce blood cholesterol levels. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Ginger: helps fight the sense of nausea and also has anti-inflammatory properties, facilitates digestion and strengthens the immune system

Sugar: if consumed in moderation without contraindications (diabetes, obesity,) it is the main source of energy for the body, improves thinking ability, has a positive effect on mood.

Safety / Intended use

Can also be administered in case of:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Nausea and vomiting

Not to be administered to individuals suffering from:

• Mucositis – Lesions of the oral cavity
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)