1/2 c. butter, softened
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 2/3 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. chopped walnuts or pecans
Grated rind of 1 lemon

Combine butter and sugar, cream until light and fluffy; add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking powder and salt, mixing well, alternately with milk. Stir in nuts and lemon rind. Pour into greased and floured 9"x5"x2" loaf pan. Bake in 350 degree oven for 55 minutes. Cool 10 to 15 minutes.

GLAZE: Combine and mix well 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar and juice of 1 lemon. Pour over cake. Makes 1/2 cup.