1 c. pitted Sun Giant dates, snipped or diced
1/4 c. brandy
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg

OR 1 pkg. pound cake mix

In a small bowl mix dates, brandy and spices, set aside. In a large mixing bowl prepare cake mix as directed on the package. Stir date mixture into cake batter.

Oil and lightly flour an (8 cup) ring mold. Pour in batter. Bake at 350 degrees (moderate) 55-60 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to wire rack to finish cooling. Serve with Tangy Lemon Sauce. Makes about 8-10 servings.

TANGY LEMON SAUCE:

1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 3/4 c. boiling water
1 tbsp. grated lemon peel
1/4 c. soft butter
1/3 c. fresh lemon juice

In a saucepan mix sugar and cornstarch. Blend thoroughly while slowly adding boiling water. Stir and cook over a medium heat until mixture comes to a boil and is clear. Continue boiling, add lemon peel. Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and lemon juice. Sauce may be served warm or cold over slices of brandied date ring. Makes 2 cups.

(Hint: Delicious over wedges of Angel Food Cake or ice cream. Garnish with Sun Giant Dates.)