Texas Pecan Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 300° (low).
2. 2
   Grease and flour a 9 3/4-inch tube pan.
3. 3
   Blend butter and sugar in a large bowl; beat until mixture is light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Gradually add eggs and lemon extract.
5. 5
   Beat until well blended.
6. 6
   Sift flour and baking powder together 3 times.
7. 7
   Add nuts and raisins to flour.
8. 8
   Gradually add flour mixture to creamed mixture; blend thoroughly.
9. 9
   Pour into prepared pan.
10. 10
    Bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
11. 11
    Cool 15 minutes.
12. 12
    Remove from pan. Serve when completely cool.