Lemon Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter until texture of mayonnaise.
2. 2
   Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, then add the beaten eggs and finely grated rind of lemon.
3. 3
   Alternately add flour, baking powder and milk, a little at a time.
4. 4
   Butter pan (loaf pan, 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch) well and add filling and bake at 350° for 40 to 45 minutes.
5. 5
   Cook lemon juice and 1/4 cup sugar until melted.
6. 6
   Prick hot cake with a fork and pour the juice over the cake.
7. 7
   Leave the cake in its tin until cool.