6 tbsp. butter, softened
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. milk
3/4 tsp. lemon extract
Grated rind of 1 lemon
1/2 c. nuts, chopped

Cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs well. Sift together flour, salt and baking powder and add to sugar and egg alternately with milk. Beat in lemon extract and grated rind. Stir in nuts. Pour into greased and floured 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan. Let rise for 20 minutes. Bake in 350 degree oven for 45 to 60 minutes or until loaf tests done. Cover with foil for first 20 minutes of baking; remove foil and continue baking until done. While loaf is still warm, brush with glaze.

GLAZE:

Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 c. confectioners sugar