Glorious Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Add vanilla; blend. Add flour gradually.
4. 4
   Pour into a buttered, lightly floured 10-inch tube pan.
5. 5
   Bake in a 325° gas oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a cake tester inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool in pan about 10 minutes before removing to cake rack. Serve with fresh fruit and whipped cream.