Perfect Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg whites in large mixer bowl until soft peaks form. Add 6 tablespoons sugar gradually, beating until stiff peaks form. Cream remaining sugar and butter in large mixer bowl until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add egg yolks; beat well.
3. 3
   Sift flour 3 times.
4. 4
   Mix vanilla with half and half in small bowl.
5. 5
   Add to creamed mixture alternately with flour, beating well after each addition.
6. 6
   Beat at low speed for 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Add egg whites by tablespoonfuls, stirring vigorously.
8. 8
   Pour into lightly greased 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 300° for 1 3/4 hours.
9. 9
   Invert pan onto wire rack.
10. 10
    Cool in pan for several minutes.
11. 11
    Loosen edges.
12. 12
    Remove to serving plate. Yield:
13. 13
    16 servings.