Pound Cake

2-1/2 c. sugar
1 c. butter
1 tsp. vanilla or almond extract
5 large eggs
3 c. all-purpose flour or cake flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. milk or evaporated milk

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Grease and flour a large pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.