LEMON POLENTA POUND CAKE

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This cake was created by Shanna Masters, served at a dinner honoring some of San Francisco's top chefs. It is best when allowed to "mellow" for a day. I serve it sliced, with a light spreading of Lemon Curd, topped with heavy whipped cream (preferably not from a can) and fresh blueberries or raspberries. Be careful not to over-bake this cake, or it will be dry. Bottled lemon juice may be used in place of fresh lemon juice.

Provided by Graciebonica

Categories     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 eggs, separated
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1 1/4 cups sugar
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons evaporated milk
whipped heavy cream
lemon curd
blueberries or raspberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F
  • Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment or waxed paper.
  • Combine the cornmeal, flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • Beat the egg whites until stiff; set aside.
  • Cream the butter, sugar and lemon zest until fluffy, then add the egg yolks and mix well.
  • Add the lemon juice and milk alternately with the dry ingredients.
  • Blend just until the dry ingredients are moistened.
  • Carefully fold in the beaten egg whites.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool for 15 minutes in the pan before turning out on a rack to cool.
  • Remove the lining paper and cool completely.
  • Slice, spread with lemon curd, top with whipped cream and berries.

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