Almond Gateau

Directions

1. 1
   Topping: Spread a 9-inch tube pan with soft butter in an even thick layer on bottom and 23 way up the sides.
2. 2
   Pat almonds evenly over butter.
3. 3
   Sprinkle brown sugar on bottom.
4. 4
   Cake: Combine brown sugar with cake mix and prepare according to package directions.
5. 5
   Pour batter into prepared pan.
6. 6
   Bake in 325F (160C) oven 1 hour or until golden brown.
7. 7
   To remove cake, invert on serving plate.
8. 8
   Serve cold.
9. 9
   If using a loose bottom tube pan place foil under pan to protect oven.