Kovrizhka Honey Cake

Beat the egg and sugar together until light.

Mix in the honey , cinnamon , cloves and baking soda.

Gradually stir in the flour and beat the batter till blended.

Brown 2 tbsp of sugar in a small saucepan.

To it , add 1 1 / 2 to 2 tbsp of water and bring to a boil.

Add this to the batter with the honey to make the batter brown.

Pour into a buttered baking pan that has been dusted with flour.

Smooth the top and sprinkle the silvered almonds.

Bake in a moderate oven for 15- 20 minutes.

After the cake cools , cut it into 2 layers and spread a filling of jam in between.

Dust with icing sugar and serve.

flour, sugar, honey, baking soda, eggs, almonds, ground cinnamon, clove