COUNTRY NUT BREAD
3 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. butter or margarine
1 1/2 c. sugar
4 eggs
3/4 c. milk
1 tsp. orange extract
1 tsp. almond extract
1 tsp. orange rind
1 c. finely chopped pecans
1/2 c. finely chopped walnuts
1/4 c. slivered almonds
1/2 c. coconut (optional)
Combine flour, baking powder and salt in mixing bowl. Set aside. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each. Add flour and milk alternately to butter mixture and beat until well combined and smooth. Add flavorings and orange rind; mix well. Fold in nuts and coco- nut. Pour into lightly floured 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan. Bake at 375 degrees for about 50 minutes. Cool before removing from pan.
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