1 c. sugar
1 stick of butter (1/2 c.)
2 eggs
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
Dash or two of salt
12 Italian Prune Plums

Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, then mix well. Add dry ingredients, beat smooth. Place in greased, floured tin. Cut plums in half and remove pits. Place skin side up around top of the torte. Sprinkle with sugar, cinnamon and lemon juice. Bake at 350°F for 1 hour. You may use a fair amount of the cinnamon, especially if you like it.