Traditional Irish Porter Cake with Stout and Dried Fruit

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Heat the stout with the dried fruit and let it cool completely.

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1 cup Irish stout or porter

2 cups mixed raisins, currants, and sultanas

3/4 cup butter

1 cup brown sugar

2 eggs

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1 tsp mixed spice

Pinch of salt

For better flavor, use a stout that you enjoy drinking.

Let the cake sit for a day before serving; it improves in flavor over time.

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