Tender apple slices and subtle essence of orange, vanilla and cinnamon make this old-fashioned cake very popular with any family.

Ingredients: (Yield: 12-15 servings)

• 2¼ cups sugar, divided
• 1 cup canola oil
• 4 eggs
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 2½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 4 medium tart apples, peeled and cubed
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Whipped cream and additional cinnamon, optional

Method:

In a large bowl, beat 2 cups sugar, oil, eggs, orange juice and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Stir in apples.

Spread half of the batter into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over batter. Carefully spread remaining batter over the top.

Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Garnish with whipped cream and additional cinnamon if desired.