Irish Whiskey Cake

Directions

1. 1
   CAKE:.
2. 2
   Grease and flour a bundt or tube pan.
3. 3
   Sprinkle nuts over bottom of pan.
4. 4
   Combine remaining ingredients and mix well.
5. 5
   Pour batter into pan.
6. 6
   Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour.
7. 7
   Cool; invert onto plate.
8. 8
   Prick holes in cake with toothpick.
9. 9
   Drizzle glaze over top and sides, allowing it to be absorbed into cake.
10. 10
    Continue until all glaze is used.
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    GLAZE:.
12. 12
    Melt butter in saucepan.
13. 13
    Add water and sugar.
14. 14
    Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
15. 15
    Remove from heat; stir in whiskey.
16. 16
    Cool slightly and pour over cake as directed above.
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    Let sit at least one hour before serving.