SPONGE CAKE 
1 1/4 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. lemon
1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 c. egg whites (6 med. or 7 sm.)
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 c. egg yolks (6)
1/2 c. additional sugar

Combine egg whites and cream of tartar in large bowl. Beat at high speed until small mounds start to form. Add 1/2 cup sugar, beat until very stiff. Do not underbeat.

Combine egg yolks, water and flavorings; blend. Add dry ingredients. Beat until thick and lemon colored, 1 minute. Fold into beaten egg whites. Cut through batter with knife to remove air bubbles. Use ungreased tube pan. Bake in moderate oven at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes.

 

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