Caramel Pound Cake – A Virtual Potluck for Christy

If you’ve been a following me for any length of time, you probably know about my very special friend, Christy Jordan.  Not only does Christy have one of the most successful blogs in the world, but she is also a very dear friend of mine – she even did the foreward for my book (I can’t wait for y’all to read it!).  Well, for those of you who don’t know, Christy was badly injured in a horse riding accident back in July.  She spent a few days in ICU with two broken legs, a concussion, short term memory loss, and lots of cuts and bruises.  The day after the accident, I talked to her and she just kept saying… “At least it wasn’t my babies. The kids are all okay.”  Now, when many of us would have been content with writhing in our own misery, Christy was, in typically Christy-fashion, seeing the bright side.  Throughout the entire ordeal, she has remained positive and upbeat.  She’s back on her feet now – a head of schedule I might add – and getting back into the swing of things.

Christy is constant inspiration to me and the millions of folks that visit her blog every year.  Her upbeat, positive attitude is contagious and her ability to see the good in everything amazes me.  I am so fortunate to be able to call her friend.  So,when Robin from Simply Southern Baking emailed me about wanting to do something for her, of course I signed on.  A bunch of bloggers got together and we’re hosting a virtual potluck for my dear friend.  Join us by visiting the links below to all the great food!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups butter, softened
• 3 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
• 6 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• For the icing:
• 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup whipping cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions
For the cake:

1. Preheat the oven to 325° F. Cream the butter and sugar together. Gradually add the eggs and mix to combine.
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for full recipes please see : southernbite.com

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