Prepare the Oven and Pan:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or tube pan.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, shortening, and sugar together until light and fluffy. This may take 5-7 minutes for the perfect texture.
Add Eggs:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
Flavor It Up:
Stir in the vanilla, almond, and lemon extracts to infuse the cake with soulful flavors.
Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve:
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
**Tips:**
Beat the butter and sugar for the full time to create a fluffy, tender crumb.
Use room-temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth batter and even baking.
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