First you get a big round bowl
Making sure it has no holes
Fill it with a pound of flour
And shake it round a bit
Add in lots of sugar too
Pinch of salt will also do
Add too much, it will go sour
So, just a little nip
Mix in table spoons of spice
Makes it taste so extra nice
Cinnamon and nutmeg too
Be sure to add the best
Drop a lump of butter in
Really, really mix it in
It will make a sticky goo
A really lovely mess!
Next you add some chopped up fruit
Raisins, currants, all will suit
Cherries also go quite well
A really juicy blend
Pour in next a cup of milk
Stir it well, as smooth as silk!
See that there's a lovely smell
And now you're near the end
Finally it's time to bake
Turn the dough into a cake
Place the bowl upon the fire
And let it get quite hot
Leave it baking for an hour
Careful not to burn the flour
Wait until it rises higher
It's nice and brown on top
Let it cool upon a tray
Swatting any flies away
Take a breath and count to ten
And then it's time for tea!
Now you've got a tasty cake
Does it make your tummy ache?
Share it out with all your friends
But leave a slice for me!
Lina
