Tuesday, March 24, 2009

#1 sign you're pregnant!...Cravings!

I am obviously a horrible blogger but I hope to pay more time and attention to adding more fantastic recipes. That may be a lofty promise as I am expecting our second child in July and we are preparing a big move May 1st! Bring pregnant means that the cravings have hit...again! Todays craving is Victoria sponge....the last time I had this was on our last visit to England....delish! It's basically a sponge cake filled with whipped cream and strawberry jam.

Victoria Sponge

8oz Butter
8oz Caster Sugar
8oz Self-raising Flour
4 eggs
Vanilla Essence
Milk (optional)

Preheat oven to 375
Whisk together the butter and sugar until light and creamy
Add the beaten eggs gradually
Fold in the flour and vanilla. Add milk to get the proper consistency.
Divide between two 6 inch cake pans and spread gently.
Bake for 20-25 minutes.
Turn out onto wire rack to cool.
Spread strawberry jam and whipped cream into center and place top layer on. Sprinkle top with Icing sugar.