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Creaming Butter and Sugar
- Cut softened butter into cubes
- Add the butter to a large bowl and beat with a wooden spoon
- Add the caster sugar
- Blend the sugar into the butter with a wooden spoon
- To save time and energy, you can also use an electric beater/mixer
- Continue until light and creamy
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Gingerbread with Orange Drizzle
This traditional English Gingerbread Cake is moist, rich and treacly. The orange icing drizzle makes the cake even more indulgent and a great afternoon tea treat.
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