A lady gave my Mother this recipe in 1953 and it has been a family favorite ever since

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
   • Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or coat it with baking spray for easy release.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Extracts:
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract and almond or lemon extract for added flavor.
4. Incorporate Flour and Soda:
   • Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the creamed mixture, alternating with the 7 Up soda.
   • Begin and end with the flour, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Pour into Pan:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
6. Bake:
   • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
   • Invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
   • Slice and serve the 7 Up Pound Cake on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.