Woman crafts famous nutty fruitcakes in Texas
Marella James, owner of Texas Nuts in Dalworthington Gardens, expanded from a family recipe to a seasonal fruitcake business. After five years of experimentation and a failed 15 pound batter, she found a secret ingredient that boosted quality and sales. Last year she produced over 12,000 pounds of fruit and apricot cakes, shipping nationwide and internationally.
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