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Default It's that time of year..... fruit cake

On 11/12/2016 8:34 AM, U.S. Janet B. wrote:
> On Sat, 12 Nov 2016 10:20:49 -0500, Gary > wrote:
>
>> Janet wrote:
>>>
>>> +1. Just wrap it in greaseproof paper inside a cake tin.
>>> It takes several weeks for the flavours to develop. Every so often
>>> you can open it up and dribble on a bit more brandy.

>>
>> Thanks for the advice. I'll probably buy one this year and try to
>> enhance it with apple brandy.
>>
>> We have different terms in USA vs UK. Just what is "greaseproop paper"
>> to you. Have a brand name?
>>
>> I'm thinking "wax paper" or even aluminium foil. (?)

>
> yes. wax paper would be the U.S. equivalent
> Janet US
>

But UK greaseproof paper is not waxed. It is like what is usually sold
here as "parchment paper" but it is not non-stick.