OLIVE OIL AND FRESH ROSEMARY CAKE

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This recipe packs a piney punch of fresh rosemary flavor. It's from one my favorite Philadelphia restaurants, Mercato. For more information and serving suggestions for this recipe visit www.3zestylemons.com.

Provided by 3 Zesty Lemons

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F
  • In a bowl, use the whip attachment of a mixer, and beat the eggs for 30 seconds.
  • Add the sugar and continue to beat until the mixture is foamy and pale in color.
  • With the mixer running slowly, drizzle in the olive oil.
  • Using a spatula, gently fold the rosemary into the batter.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture.
  • Pour the batter into a 10 inch loaf pan that has been coated with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, rotating halfway through for even coloring.
  • When the cake is done it will be golden brown.
  • Allow to cool. .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 281, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 19, Protein 5.2

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