INGREDIENTS
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon grated orange rind
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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3/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
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1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
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1/4 cup butter or margarine (at room temperature)
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4 large egg whites
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1/2 cup apple cider or apple juice
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3/4 cup raisins
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1/2 cup shredded carrot
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1/3 cup candied cherries, halved, or currants or raisins
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1/3 cup chopped candied pineapple, currants, or raisins
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1/3 cup pecan halves
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Brandied Cider Sauce (see recipe below)