Walnut Torte Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour and nuts.
2. 2
   To yolks, add sugar, vanilla and water (heat).
3. 3
   Add to this flour and nut mixture.
4. 4
   Wash egg beaters; add to egg whites the cream of tartar and salt.
5. 5
   Beat to stiff peaks, then mix egg white mixture into egg yolk mixture.
6. 6
   Line bottom of tube pan with wax paper.
7. 7
   Bake in ungreased tube pan 50 to 60 minutes at 325°.
8. 8
   Cut around tube in middle and edge.
9. 9
   Remove from pan immediately when taken from oven.
10. 10
    Cool thoroughly before icing.