Instructions

1. Cream butter, shortening and sugar together in a large bowl.
2. Beat in eggs one at a time.
3. In a small bowl, combine salt, baking powder and flour and stir to evenly combine. Add alternately with 1/2 c. sparkling cider to the wet ingredients and beat until well incorporated.
4. Pour into a greased and floured 9 inch by 5 inch loaf pan.
5. Bake at 325 degrees for about 60-70 minutes or until the top is golden brown and until a toothpick can be inserted and come out clean. Let cool for 5-10 minutes then transfer to a cooling rack.
6. GLAZE
7. In a medium bowl, whisk sparkling cider and powdered sugar until smooth consistency is reached. Pour over cooled cake.