Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 325°.
2. 2
   Grease 10-inch tube pan with 2 tablespoons of butter.
3. 3
   Sprinkle pan with 1/4 cup sugar.
4. 4
   Cream remaining butter.
5. 5
   Gradually add remaining sugar.
6. 6
   Beat well.
7. 7
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
8. 8
   Add vanilla and mix well.
9. 9
   Combine 2 3/4 cups flour, baking powder and salt.
10. 10
    Gradually add to creamed mixture, beating until well blended.
11. 11
    Pour batter into prepared pan.
12. 12
    Bake 1 hour and 10 minutes.
13. 13
    Remove from pan and cool completely.
14. 14
    Makes 16 servings.