Ingredients
1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix4 large eggs1 cup sour cream1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons water4 drops green food coloring, optional3/4 cup halved maraschino cherries1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine cake and pudding mixes. Combine the eggs, sour cream, oil, water and food coloring if desired; add to dry ingredients. Beat until blended (batter will be thick). Fold in cherries and pecans.
Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle 1 tablespoon over the bottom and up the sides of two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Add batter; sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar.
Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
