Crusty Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 250°.
2. 2
   Sift flour 3 times; measure 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons.
3. 3
   Cream shortening and sugar in mixer bowl until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Add eggs alternately with flour, beating well after each addition.
5. 5
   Add salt and vanilla; beat well.
6. 6
   Pour into greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.
7. 7
   Increase oven temperature to 325°.
8. 8
   Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Do not open oven door during baking time.
10. 10
    Cool in pan for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Invert onto serving plate.
12. 12
    Yield:
13. 13
    16 servings.