Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Generously butter the loaf pans.
2. 2
   Preheat the oven to 350.
3. 3
   In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
4. 4
   One at a time, add the eggs, mixing thoroughly.
5. 5
   Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. 6
   Add the dry ingredients, alternately with the sour cream.
7. 7
   Divide the batter between the loaf pans.
8. 8
   Bake for 40 minutes, or until the loaves pull away from the sides of the pan.
9. 9
   Allow the cakes to rest for 10 minutes, remove from the tins, and cool on a rack.
10. 10
    Dust with confectioners sugar.