Confectioners Sugar Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually beat in sugar, beating well after each addition, until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
2. 2
   Beat in vanilla.
3. 3
   Gradually and gently stir in flour, blending just until flour is thoroughly blended (do not overmix).
4. 4
   Turn into well greased and floured fluted or tube pan.
5. 5
   Bake at 300° in preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours.
6. 6
   Cool in pan for 5 minutes. Turn out. Cool completely. Best if served 24 hours later.