Pecan Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Soften butter to room temperature.
2. 2
   Sift flour, salt and baking powder together.
3. 3
   Separate eggs and beat yolks until they are lemony.
4. 4
   Beat whites until they form stiff peaks.
5. 5
   In large mixing bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Add yolks, mixing well.
6. 6
   Dissolve instant coffee in water and then mix with milk and vanilla.
7. 7
   Add alternately with dry ingredients; mix well after each addition.
8. 8
   Fold in egg whites and pecans.
9. 9
   Bake in oiled and floured 10-inch tube pan for 1 hour 30 minutes at 325°.
10. 10
    Let cool and serve plain or with whipped cream.