Cold Oven Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream the butter and shortening.
2. 2
   Gradually add sugar.
3. 3
   Beat in 1 1/2 cups of sifted flour and 1/2 cup of milk alternately. Beat in eggs one at a
4. 4
   time.
5. 5
   Add the rest of the flour and milk alternately.
6. 6
   Add flavorings and salt.
7. 7
   Pour in large greased and floured tube pan.
8. 8
   Put in cold oven.
9. 9
   Turn on 325°.
10. 10
    Cook for 1 hour.
11. 11
    Turn oven to 350° and bake for 15 minutes; do not open the door.
12. 12
    Cool on rack 15 minutes.