This is one of those recipes with real provenance, and real reviews to back it up.

Teddie's Apple Cake appeared in the New York Times in 1973 in an article by Jean Hewitt. The recipe was republished again years later in The Times, and an outpouring of love and devotion, via hundreds of letters, were sent to the food editor.

Cooks from all over the country exclaimed their devotion to Teddie's Apple Cake, and just how much its become a huge part of their family get-togethers. (Sadly, no one knows who Teddie is.)

I would recommend to readers that you find this recipe online, and read the ma...