Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Bring butter or margarine and to room temperature.Grease and flour a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan.
2. 2
   Stir together flour, baking powder,salt, and nutmeg.
3. 3
   In a large mixer bowl beat the butter or margarine on medium speed of electric mixer about 30 seconds.
4. 4
   Gradually add sugar,beating 6 minutes or till fluffy.
5. 5
   Add vanilla,Add the eggs, one at a time, beating 1 minute after each; scrape bowl frequently.
6. 6
   Gradually add dry ingredients to egg mixture, beating on low speed just till thoroughly combined.
7. 7
   Turn batter into pan.
8. 8
   Bake in a 325* oven for 55 to 65 minutes or till done.
9. 9
   Cool 15 minutes on a wire rack.
10. 10
    remove from pan.
11. 11
    Cool.
12. 12
    Makes 12servings.