Cream Cheese Loaf Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Cream the shortening and gradually add 1 1/2 cups of sugar, continuing to cream until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Beat in eggs, beating well.
4. 4
   Add sifted dry ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
5. 5
   Blend well after each addition.
6. 6
   Cut cream cheese into 1/4-inch cubes and fold into batter along with orange peel.
7. 7
   Turn batter into 2 greased and floured 9 x 5-inch loaf pans or 12 well-greased muffin tins.
8. 8
   Bake at 375° for 50 to 55 minutes for loaves or 20 to 25 minutes for muffins or until golden brown.