Ingredients
2 3/4 cup flour
3/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 3/4 cup sugar
1 cup margarine, softened
2/3 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
2 unsweetened chocolate, squar
1 powdered sugar (opt)
Directions
In large bowl, combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and
sugar. Add margarine, milk, vanilla. Beat on medium speed, for about
2 minutes, to blend ingredients. Add eggs and melted chocolate,
beating another 2-3 minutes to blend. Turn into greased 3 1/2" deep
tube pan and bake at 350~ for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a
toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from oven and
cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert pan and carefully remove
cake. Serve warm or cool, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.
Servings: 12 servings
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We hope you enjoy this Chocolate Poundcake 2 recipe.
