LEMON LOAF

Lemon Loaf image

I found this recipe in my files one day when I was looking for a bread that called for ingredients already in my pantry. I gave the loaf to some friends, and it was a hit.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/3 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
TOPPING:
2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in pecans and lemon zest. , Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. , For topping, combine sugar and lemon juice. Spoon over bread while still in pan. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.