Butter a 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
(Mixture 1) In a small bowl combine the yeast,1 tablespoon of the sugar, and the warm water.
Set aside mixture 1 for 15 minutes or until bubbles appear.
(Mixture 2) In a small bowl combine the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, salt, and butter.
Pour the milk into a saucepan. Add vanilla bean and pour into Mixture 2.
Let Mixture 2 sit until lukewarm.
Stir in Mixture 1 and add lemon zest.
Add eggs 1 at a time beating well after each addition.
Fold in flour a little at a time.
Beat dough until smooth.
Spread dough onto prepared pan and cover loosely with a tea towel and set aside in a warm place for 30-45 minutes.
Let rise.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
For topping:.
Cream butter, sugar, and light brown sugar until fluffy stir in the vanilla, the cinnamon, and the nuts (nuts are optional).
Drop spoonfuls of the topping onto the dough.
Bake cake for 35 minutes or until top is golden.
Allow cake to completely cool IN PAN.
Cut into slices and serve with butter.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	378.17 Kcal (1583 kJ)
Calories from fat	162.19 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	18.02g	28%
Cholesterol	35.83mg	12%
Sodium	204.53mg	9%
Potassium	133.88mg	3%
Total Carbs	47.74g	16%
Sugars	12.84g	51%
Dietary Fiber	2.36g	9%
Protein	7.03g	14%
Vitamin C	2.6mg	4%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	6%
Iron	0.7mg	4%
Calcium	43.3mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	373.53 Kcal (1564 kJ)
Calories from fat	160.2 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	17.8g	28%
Cholesterol	35.39mg	12%
Sodium	202.02mg	9%
Potassium	132.24mg	3%
Total Carbs	47.15g	16%
Sugars	12.69g	51%
Dietary Fiber	2.33g	9%
Protein	6.95g	14%
Vitamin C	2.6mg	4%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	6%
Iron	0.7mg	4%
Calcium	42.8mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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