Ricardo'S Apple Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples.
2. 2
   Sprinkle 2 teaspoons cinnamon and 5 tablespoons of sugar over the apples, then toss and set aside.
3. 3
   In a large bowl sift together flour, the rest of the sugar, baking powder and salt.
4. 4
   Add the canola oil, eggs, juice and vanilla. Mix the ingredients until batter is creamy.
5. 5
   Pour half of batter into lightly greased and floured tube pan.
6. 6
   Layer half of the apples, then the rest of the batter, and then the remainder of the apples in the pan.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 1 1/2 hours or until done.
8. 8
   Serve warm with a good quality vanilla ice cream and a nice cup of coffee or tea of your choice.
9. 9
   No frosting is needed. The apples create a moist and flavorful topping and filling.
10. 10
    Experiment by adding a cup of fresh cranberries to the batter, or substitute apples for pears.