Orange-Almond Polenta Cake

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   Preheat the oven to 350.

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   Lightly oil and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

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   Sift the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt into a bowl.

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   In a blender or food processor, whirl the almonds and sugar until the almonds are finely ground.

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   Add to the flour mixture.

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   Grate the orange peel (see page 290) and juice the orange (about 1/3 cup).

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   Add the orange juice, orange zest, oil, eggs, and 1/3 cup of water to the blender or food processor and whirl for about 15 seconds.

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   Add the dry ingredients and blend until well mixed, using a spatula to scrape down the sides if necessary.

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   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.

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    Cool on a rack for 10 minutes; then carefully remove the cake from the pan.

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    When thoroughly cool, dust with confectioners sugar.

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    If you dont have a fresh orange, this cake will be just fine with 1/3 cup prepared orange juice.

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    Serve with berries or sliced fruit such as peaches or nectarines.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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