Orange-Pecan Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Using an electric mixer, beat the butter in a mixing bowl on medium speed for about 2 minutes or until soft and creamy.
2. 2
   Gradually add in the sugar; beat at medium speed 5-7 minutes.
3. 3
   Add in eggs, one at a time, beating just until the yellow disappears.
4. 4
   Add in rinds and orange extract, stir to combine.
5. 5
   In a small bowl, add nuts and 1/4 cup flour; stir to combine; set aside.
6. 6
   Add remaining flour, baking powder, and salt to a bowl; stir to combine.
7. 7
   Add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with milk; begin and end with flour mixture.
8. 8
   Mix on low speed just until blended after each addition.
9. 9
   Add in pecans; stir to combine.
10. 10
    Pour batter into a greased and floured 9x5 inch loaf pan.
11. 11
    Bake at 325° for 1 hour and 5 minutes or until pick comes out clean.
12. 12
    Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes.
13. 13
    Turn out of pan and let cool completely on wire rack.