Ingredients

  • 2 c. White Lily self-rising flour
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. vegetable oil
  • 7 egg yolks (unbeaten)
  • 3/4 c. cold water
  • 2 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 tsp. grated lemon rinds (bought) or fresh ground
  • 1 c. egg whites (7 or 8)
  • 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar

Method

  • Sift flour, then measure.
  • Add sugar and mix together in bowl. Make a well and add in order:
  • oil, egg yolk, water, vanilla and rind.
  • Beat with spoon until smooth.
  • Measure egg whites and cream of tartar in large mixing bowl.
  • Beat until whites form a very stiff peak.
  • Pour egg yolk mixture into beaten whites, gently folding with wooden spoon just until blended.
  • Pour into ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
  • Bake at 325° for 55 minutes, then at 350° for 10 minutes.
  • Invert on funnel.
  • Let hang until cold.
  • Serve plain or frost with White Mountain Frosting.