~ Cancer Fighting Foods - Figs ~

Figs have a derivative of benzaldehyde. The Institute of Physical and Chemical Research in Tokyo says benzaldehyde is highly effective at shrinking tumors.  In addition, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says figs, which contain vitamins A and C, and calcium, magnesium and potassium, may curtail appetite and improve weight-loss efforts. Fig juice is also a potent bacteria killer in test-tube studies.

Fig Bundt Cake

Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
4 ounces butter, melted
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup fig preserves
Directions:  Pre-heat the oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 12-cup Bundt cake pan. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and spices in a large mixing bowl.  Add the butter and oil then beat well. Now add the eggs and beat until well blended. Beat in the buttermilk and vanilla. Stir in the fig preserves.  Pour into the prepared baking pan.  Bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the cake comes out clean. Once the cake has cooled turn it over onto a plate. Slice and enjoy! ~ Chef ~