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["Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 300 degrees. Butter the bottom and sides of a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom and sides with parchment paper so the paper extends half-an-inch above the pan. This will prevent the cake from overflowing. I put a back up baking sheet on the rack below just incase.", "In a medium saucepan heat sugar, water and a fresh squeeze of lemon over medium heat. Whisking occasionally until the color resembles maple syrup. Remove from heat and add in butter. Pour into the cake pan to cool slightly* (see note) and cover with stone fruit, flesh side down, arranging to fit as much fruit as possible, without overlapping.", "Meanwhile combine flour, almond flour, polenta, salt, baking powder and lemon zest in a medium bowl and set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream sugar and butter until light and fluffy, about 10 minutes. Scrape the bowl and add eggs one at a time, stirring until well combined, after each addition. Add the dry ingredients and stir on low until just combined, being careful not to over stir. Spoon the batter on top and in-between the fruit. Smooth over the top. Bake for 75-90 minutes until the top is golden brown and the cake is firm to the touch.", "Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, about 2 hours. Turn the cake out onto a platter. Serve with with a sprinkling of Maldon salt and a scoop of creme fraiche whipped cream. Enjoy!", "Note:
