Sultana Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Put all sultanas in a large pot and cover with water, boil gently for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Strain sultanas in a colander then put sultanas back in pot.
3. 3
   Add butter, stir and leave to cool.
4. 4
   beat eggs in with the sugar then add to sultana mix then add essence, 2 large cups plain flour and the baking powder.
5. 5
   Mix well with wooden spoon till combined.
6. 6
   Line 9x9in cake tin (or other suitable tin)with greased paper on bottom and sides.
7. 7
   Bake in 190 celsius oven for 30-45 mins till knife inserted in middle comes out clean.
8. 8
   Ice with one layer of almond icing and one layer of royal icing and decorate as desired.