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Lemon Loaf

By: Shelli Aday

"I found this recipe in my files one day when I was looking for a bread that called for ingredients already in my pantry. I gave the loaf to some friends, and it was a hit."

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Prep Time:
15 Min

Cook Time:
55 Min

Ready In:
1 Hr 10 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 16 servings

Ingredients

1/3 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
TOPPING:
2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice

Directions

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in pecans and lemon peel. Pour into a greased 9-in. x 5-in. x 3-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For topping, combine sugar and lemon juice. Spoon over bread while still in pan. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.