PECAN LEMON LOAF

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I love this loaf, the taste of the lemon with the pecans is a great flavor combo! I love a slice for breaffast!

Provided by Angela Pietrantonio

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 c butter, softened
1 1/2 c sugar, divided
2 eggs
2 c all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 c sour cream
1 c chopped pecans, toasted
1 Tbsp grated lemon peel
1/4 c lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Fold in pecans and lemon peel.
  • 2. Transfer to a greased 9-in. x 5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • 3. In a small saucepan, combine lemon juice and remaining sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Pour over warm bread. Cool completely on a wire rack before removing from pan. 7 points per slice

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