Pumpkin PeachTrifle

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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   In a medium large saucepan, combine fruit, sugar, cinnamon, salt and brandy.

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   Simmer fruit until soft, about 10 minutes.

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   Mean while, prepare cake mix as directed adding one cup of pumpkin to the cake batter, mixing well.

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   Pour equally into three 8-inch pie tins.

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   (If using an 8-inch round instead of pie tins, slice cake into three layers when cooled).

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   If using tins, bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.

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   If using 8-inch rounds, bake according to package instruction.

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   Prepare pudding according to package instructions and set aside.

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    To assemble, place first cake layer in a trifle bowl.

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    Add a layer, (about 3/4-inch thick) of fruit mixture.

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    Spoon one third of the pudding on top of the fruit layer.

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    Add second cake layer and repeat directs.

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    Top with third cake layer and repeat process, ending with pudding.

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    Decorate top of trifle with cooked slices of fruit, whipped cream or both.

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    Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.

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    Spoon into dessert bowls or parfait glasses.

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    Serves with dollop of whipped cream.

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    Serves approximately eight.

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