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> Hello,
>
> I am useless at cooking; I can barely boil an egg. My wife has suffered
> a bad accident and will be hospitalised until next week. I would like
> to surprise her with a home made cake on her return, a chocolate type
> with that sort of chocolate topping, about enough for four people.
>
> Can someone direct me to or reply with an idiot's recipe and guide on
> how I make this without any electrical mixing equipment (I can get a
> whisk or any other simple kit). Also, if it's feasible to pipe it
> cheaply, that would be good too. It's an electric fan oven.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Paul.

Make a "zuppa inglese", it is very simple or idiot (as you define it). I've
posted recipe some weeks ago (with photo). You need only a sponge cake (you
can buy it ready), custard and whipped cream.
Cheers
Pandora
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