Walnut Torte

Ingredients (20)

• 9 large eggs, separated
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups finely ground walnuts
• 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• BUTTERCREAM FROSTING:
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 3 tablespoons whole milk
• Additional walnuts, chopped and toasted