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appy Valentine’s Day! This is one of my favorite holidays; it is also my husband’s and my wedding anniversary. We wonder many times, where does time go? Then we reminisce about what has taken place in our lives since that wedding so many years ago. Personally, it is a memorable day for myself and my husband each year since it is both our anniversary and Valentine’s Day. Over the years, Valentine’s Day has become very commercialized with all the beautiful flowers, bright red Valentine cards and delicious chocolates sold in the stores. But it doesn’t have to be about all of these things. Some couples might want to have a special meal together at home, go to a movie or walk if it isn’t too snowy or cold. Perhaps helping a neighbor who is alone or inviting them for a meal. Even doing something for yourself on Valentine’s Day can be made special with a little effort. A quote I read once said, “Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples — it’s for all the people you love.” In any case, I hope that you all have a very Happy Valentine’s Day!
Strawberry Cake Ingredients 1 package yellow or white cake mix 1 3-ounce package strawberry gelatin (not light version) 3/4 cup vegetable oil 1 cup chopped nuts 4 eggs 2 tablespoons flour 1 10-ounce package frozen strawberries (thawed) or 1 pint fresh sliced strawberries mixed with 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 10-inch bundt pan. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, strawberry gelatin, vegetable oil, nutmeats, eggs, flour and strawberries. Beat with an electric mixer at medium speed for 3 minutes or until well blended. Pour batter into the bundt pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a *cake tester poked in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes on a rack. Serve with whipped cream. *Testing if a cake is finished can be done with a cake tester if you happen to have one, as this recipe lists. Otherwise, to know if the cake is done, gently press the center top of the cake with your fingers. It is ready, if the cake feels firm, springs back and does not leave an indentation. Also the cake should pull away slightly from the edges of the pan.
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