Lemon Pecan Fruit Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream together sugar and oleo until smooth.
2. 2
   Add beaten egg yolks.
3. 3
   Mix well.
4. 4
   Combine 2 cups flour and baking powder.
5. 5
   Add to creamed mixture.
6. 6
   Add lemon extract and mix good.
7. 7
   Coat pecans, pineapple and cherries with the other 2 cups flour.
8. 8
   Add to creamed mixture.
9. 9
   Fold into batter the beaten egg whites.
10. 10
    Cover and let stand overnight.
11. 11
    Next day, bake in floured and greased tube pan at 250° for 2 1/2 hours.