Carol's Sticky Toffee Pudding

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This recipe is a christmas tradition in our house. It is comfort food and was given to me by a dear friend of mine who is the most wonderful chef i know. The entire dessert can be made in advance and even frozen--keeping the sauce separate from the cake. Reheat before serving. I hope you enjoy it as much as we have. (usually, i at least double the sauce)

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350^f.

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Sift flour and baking powder together.

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Put dates , soda and vanilla in boiling water.

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Cream butter and sugar.

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Beat in egg and flour / baking powder mixture.

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Blend in the date mixture.

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Pour into a buttered 9 inch square baking pan.

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Bake until firm , about 40 minutes.

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Meanwhile , place all of the sauce ingredients into a pan and melt slowly.

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Boil for one minute.

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When the pudding is removed from the oven , pour some of the sauce over the top and place under the broiler until it bubbles.

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Be careful not to burn.

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Serve the pudding warm with the rest of the sauce.

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Ingredients

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butter, granulated sugar, egg, self rising flour, baking powder, dates, boiling water, baking soda, vanilla, brown sugar, whipping cream