Philadelphia Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Let all ingredients come to room temperature.
2. 2
   Beat cream cheese, butter, sugar and vanilla in a large bowl with mixer until thoroughly blended.
3. 3
   Add eggs, one at a time, mixing after each addition.
4. 4
   Gradually add flour and baking powder; mix on low speed until blended.
5. 5
   Pour into greased and floured 9x5 in. baking pan or 10 in. tube pan.
6. 6
   Bake at 325 degrees for one hour and twenty minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool five minutes before removing from pan.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with powdered sugar just before serving if desired.
8. 8
   Serves 10-12.