Walnut Glory Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour with cinnamon and salt; beat egg whites (1 1/4 cups) in large mixing bowl until soft mounds form.
2. 2
   Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar.
3. 3
   Continue beating until very stiff, straight peaks form.
4. 4
   Do not underbeat.
5. 5
   Combine egg yolks, 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla in small bowl.
6. 6
   Beat until thick and lemon colored.
7. 7
   Stir in dry ingredients.
8. 8
   Fold batter gently but thoroughly into egg whites using a wire whip or spatula.
9. 9
   Fold in walnuts.
10. 10
    Turn into ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
11. 11
    Bake at 350° for 55 to 65 minutes. Invert immediately.
12. 12
    Cool completely before removing from pan. Frost with a vanilla glaze; sprinkle with 4x sugar or serve with whipped cream.