7-Up Lemon Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream sugar and shortening together and beat until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time and beat well.
3. 3
   Add flour alternately with lemon extract and 7-Up.
4. 4
   Pour batter into well-greased and floured tube or Bundt pan.
5. 5
   Bake at 325° for 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
6. 6
   When thoroughly cool, sift powdered sugar over cake. This cake freezes well and stays moist.
7. 7
   Serves 16.