Cinnamon Nut Ring

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees .
2. 2
   Sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt together.
3. 3
   Beat the sugar and shortening in a mixing bowl until creamy, scraping bowl occasionally.
4. 4
   Beat in the flavorings.
5. 5
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. 6
   Add the milk and flour mixture alternately, beginning and ending with the milk and beating at low speed just until the ingredients are blended.
7. 7
   Fold in walnuts.
8. 8
   Spoon the batter in a well greased and floured tube pan.
9. 9
   Bake 75 to 80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
10. 10
    Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Invert onto a cake plate, removing the outer rim and leaving the tube in the cake for 20-30 minutes longer.
12. 12
    Remove the tube and cut into slices.
13. 13
    Garnish each serving with fresh whipped cream and fresh fruit.
14. 14
    NOTE: To help release the cake from the pan, carefully run a small metal spatula or butter knife around the edge of the cake.