2 tablespoons sugar |
1/4 cup water |
1 1/2 teaspoons cherry brandy |
2 tablespoons apricot jam or 2 tablespoons preserves |
1/4 teaspoon strawberry extract |
1/8 teaspoon red food coloring |
10 3/4 ounces poundcake |
1 pint strawberry |
1 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided |
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar |
1 tablespoon chopped pistachio nut |