Sponge Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg whites stiff.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Put cold water in a large bowl.
4. 4
   Add egg yolks.
5. 5
   Beat until light.
6. 6
   Add sugar and beat 7 minutes (do not fail here; this is the secret of a light cake). Sift flour twice. Add baking powder and salt. Add dry ingredients to egg yolk mixture. Add egg whites. Fold carefully and add vanilla.
7. 7
   Pour into ungreased tube pan and bake 45 minutes in a 350° oven.