Apple-Rosemary Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Brush one-half tablespoon of the butter in six-cup loaf pan.
3. 3
   Dust with tablespoon of sugar.
4. 4
   Place the eggs in the bowl of electric mixer.
5. 5
   Add the remaining sugar, beat to combine, then beat over high speed, with a wire whisk attachment, if possible, until mixture is very light and the consistency of softly whipped cream, at least five minutes.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, sift the flour and baking powder together and set aside.
7. 7
   When the eggs and sugar have been whipped sufficiently, fold in the flour mixture by hand, then fold in the diced apple, rosemary, orange extract and remaining melted butter.
8. 8
   Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top and bake 40 to 45 minutes, until the cake has risen, is evenly browned and a cake tester comes out clean.
9. 9
   Allow to cool briefly on a rack, then unmold to permit them to complete their cooling.