1 (10 inch) tube pan
5 eggs
1/2 lb. butter
1 2/3 c. sugar
2 c. plain flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. salt (omit salt if using butter)
2 tsp. lemon rind
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Cream shortening well. Add sugar, eggs and mix well. Beat until creamy. Add lemon juice, rind and flour. Grease 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour.

VANILLA VARIATION: Omit lemon juice and add 2 teaspoons vanilla.