1/2 lb. Crisco
1/2 stick butter
1 c. milk
2 1/2 tbsp. baking powder
2 1/2 c. sugar
6 eggs
1 (1 oz.) bottle lemon extract
2 1/2 lbs. flour

In a large bowl melt Crisco with butter, add sugar, milk, lemon extract, and baking powder. Slightly beat eggs. Mix all together, now add 2 1/2 pounds flour or little more. Mix with hands like bread. Roll into large twist or "e" or circle. Frost with confectioners' sugar and lemon extract.