Thanks to our host and hostess, Larry & Sharyn, for another GREAT evening with friends at this month’s Wine Appreciation Group get together. This months theme was Stony Ridge Winery at Stoney Creek. The following is a fabulous cake that Sharyn made for us. Not even a crumb was left. It’s a keeper!!!

STONY RIDGE MALVASIA WINE CAKE

1 ¼ C. Malvasia Bianca Wine

1 Pkg. yellow cake mix (no pudding)

1 Small vanilla instant pudding

¾ C. Cooking oil (Canola)

4 Eggs

1 t. Vanilla

¼ C. Sugar

2 t. Cinnamon

½ C. chopped walnuts

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Butter bundt pan and sprinkle with nuts. Mix first six ingredients on high speed for 8 minutes. Pour half of batter into the pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, then top with rest of batter.

Bake at 350 for 50 minutes. Let cool 30 minutes before removing from the pan.

Enjoy with a dollop of whipped cream and some chilled Malvasia Bianca Wine.

All you wine drinkers save this date: February 23, Craig & Tracey are hosting a special romantic Valentine Wine Tasting Evening to also celebrate national “Open A Bottle Day” (it’s true!)

Cheers,

Tracey Harper