*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Southern Pecan Loaf

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cakes                            Nuts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3      cups          Flour
   2      teaspoons     Baking powder
     1/2  teaspoon      Salt
   1      cup           Butter or margarine -- soft
   1 1/2  cups          Sugar
   4                    Eggs
     3/4  cup           Milk
   1      teaspoon      Orange extract
   1      teaspoon      Almond extract
   1      teaspoon      Orange rind
   1      cup           Pecans -- finely chopped

In mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. 
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 
Add eggs, one by one, beating well after each addition. 
Add the flour alternately with the milk to the butter mix
, beating until smooth and well combined. 
Stir in the flavorings and orange rind. Fold in the pecans.
 Pour into a greased and lightly floured 9x5" loaf pan. 
Bake at 375~ for about 50 minutes or until tested done. 
Cool slightly before removing from pan.

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