"C. Scott Hagler" wrote:

> I made a pound cake last night that was wonderful! Main ingredients are
> almond flour, lard, eggs and flavoring. BUT the recipe called for baking
> powder, which I noticed contains corn starch. Does anyone know if this is
> the case with all baking powders, and if so, is there a valid substitute?

I checked my non-aluminum baking powder and was surprised to find
"cornstarch", sure enough.  You could use baking soda, along with a little
lemon juice or cream of tartar to make it rise.

Lynnet