Italian Apple Cake

Directions

1. Put apple slices in a bowl and pour rum over them. Make sure the slices are completely moistened with rum.
2. Beat the eggs with 1 1/2 cups sugar until thick and light. Beat in the lemon zest.
3. Sift together the flour and baking powder; stir gradually into batter.
4. Butter and flour a 7 by 11 inch baking pan. Turn the dough into the pan. Smooth the top. Place the apple slices in orderly rows on top of dough. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup sugar.
5. Bake at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes, until cake tests done. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.