1Line two 9 inch round pans with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2Measure sifted flour, baking powder, and salt; sift together three times.
3Cream butter or margarine and lemon rind together. Gradually add sugar, creaming until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Add sifted ingredients alternately with milk to the creamed mixture, a small amount at a time; beat after each addition until smooth.