Hickory Nut Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar thoroughly.
2. 2
   This should be very fluffy for fine texture.
3. 3
   Add the dry ingredients alternating with milk all but about 1/2 cup.
4. 4
   Mix nuts in remaining dry ingredients and fold into batter.
5. 5
   Add flavoring and fold in beaten egg whites. Generously grease and flour 2 (8 1/2-inch) cake pans.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes.
7. 7
   Cool layers for 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove from pan.