Lemon Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add zest of lemon and eggs; mix well.
3. 3
   Sift flour, baking powder and salt; alternately add flour and milk to butter mixture until smooth. Pour into 8 x 4 x 2 3/4-inch pan (greased).
4. 4
   Bake at 350° for 45 to 50 minutes.
5. 5
   Cool for 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Prick top with fork.
7. 7
   Mix lemon juice and sugar; pour over top.
8. 8
   Leave in pan until icing sets. Remove from pan; wrap in foil.
9. 9
   Slice after 24 hours.