"Pound cake gets its name from the traditional pound of butter used to make it. This low-fat version uses a combination of pureed canned pears and canola oil, along with a touch of butter, for a moist, rich result...."
INGREDIENTS
•
2 16-ounce cans pear halves in light syrup, drained
•
2 tablespoons butter
•
2 tablespoons canola oil
•
3 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
•
1 teaspoon salt
•
1 teaspoon baking powder
•
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
•
1 3/4 cups sugar, divided
•
1 cup buttermilk
•
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
•
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
•
2 large eggs, separated
•
2 large egg whites