SWEET FOR THE SEASON Fruitcakes are a holiday tradition that can be made ahead—and given as gifts for those who relish them. | Angelina LaRue photo
My husband told me all he wants for Christmas is a fruitcake. Wow, what do I do with that bit of information? It’s true, I love to cook and bake, but I put myself in the group of people who fear those bright, artificially colored syrupy fruits, and the general heaviness of fruitcakes. But I know there must be beautiful ones to discover.
I’ve probably let the scary stories warp my perception so I’m …
