Golden, buttery loaf cake made with simple, classic ingredients.

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a baking tin.

2. Whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.

3. Cream butter until smooth, then beat in sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well and scraping the bowl between additions.

5. Mix in sour cream and vanilla until fully incorporated.

6. Add dry ingredients and mix just until just combined. Use a spatula to fold in any unmixed bits. Avoid over mixing.

7. Pour batter into tin and smooth the top.

8. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.

9. Cool in tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.