Cream cheese adds moistness, texture and a hint of tang to pound cake.

Cream Cheese Pound Cake

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, sugar, eggs, softened cream cheese, butter, salt, and vanilla. Mix well; beating with an electric mixer at low speed for 4 minutes.
3. Pour into a greased tube or Bundt cake pan and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the center is firm.

Makes 16 servings.