Rich Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl of electric mixer, let egg whites warm to room temperature, about 1 hour.
2. 2
   Preheat oven to 350°.
3. 3
   Grease and lightly flour 10-inch tube pan.
4. 4
   Sift flour with baking powder and salt; set aside.
5. 5
   Beat egg whites until foamy at high speed with electric mixer.
6. 6
   Gradually beat in 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, beating after each addition.
7. 7
   Continue beating until soft peaks form when beater is slowly raised.
8. 8
   Turn in medium bowl.