Ingredients

• butter and flour for greasing the pan
• 8 tablespoons (4 ounces) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon extract
• 1 cup lemon yogurt or buttermilk
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup poppy seeds
• Special equipment:
• 9-inch x 5-inch loaf pan, or 1 mini loaf pan with 8 slots

Serves 6 to 8