Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each.
3. 3
   Sift flour three times.
4. 4
   Add one cup to mixture and mix well.
5. 5
   Add water and vanilla, then remaining cup of flour with the baking powder.
6. 6
   Pour into greased and floured tube pan.
7. 7
   Bake at 300° for 45 minutes, then at 325° for 15 minutes.
8. 8
   (All ingredients should be room temperature for best results.)