Ann'S Cranberry-Pear Cake

Method

1. I

   Preheat oven to 350.

2. II

   Let the butter and eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a small mixing bowl stir together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. III

   In a large mixing bowl beat butter on medium speed for 30 seconds. Gradually add sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time; beating on medium to high speed for 6 minutes total.

4. IV

   Add vanilla then eggs, one at a time, beating for 1 minute after each addition and scraping the bowl often.

5. V

   Beat in milk. Gradually add flour mixture.

6. VI

   Fold in pears and cranberries.

7. VII

   Spoon batter into a greased and floured 13x9x2" baking pan evenly.

8. VIII

   Bake for 40-45 minutes.