Pumpkin Patch Pound Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/8 tsp. salt
3/4 c. butter
1 c. sugar
3/4 c. canned pumpkin
1/2 to 3/4 tsp. almond extract
4 eggs
whipped cream (optional)
toasted almonds (optional)

Preparation

Combine flour, baking powder and salt.
Set aside.
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add pumpkin and almond extract; mix well.
Add eggs one at a time.
Add dry ingredients and blend well.
Pour batter into greased 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
Tap gently to remove air bubbles.
Bake in preheated 350\u00b0 oven for 60 to 65 minutes.