Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Cake

This was my first attempt at a topsy turvy fondant covered cake.

The Kid's Birthday

Ashleigh's birthday is on Saturday, she will be 4. I am determined to make her a Mickey Mouse cake and am thinking of doing a topsy-turvy style stacked cake. I want this one... (from Way Beyond Cakes)

But clearly I won't be able to make this. So, I am appealing for advice, tips, volunteers and general HELP!

Banoffee Pancakes

Make up some of Delia's pancake mix which really is the best.

Heat a large non-stick frying pan and chuck in 1 sliced banana. Pour a ladle-full of pancake mix over the banana and tilt the pan to spread it out. Sprinkle a little (or a lot!) of brown sugar over the pancake. 

Wait a few minutes until the pancake comes away from the sides and slides about when you shake the pan. You could try flipping, but that probably won't work with the bits of banana in, so I tend to use some kind of kitchen implement to turn it over. The second side will only need a minute. 

Slide onto a plate and eat IMMEDIATELY! You could add a dollop of fresh cream for an extra special treat. Enjoy!

Sherbert Limoncello

Take 6 lemons and cut off the rind being careful not to get any of the white pith. Add to 500ml of cheap vodka along with 150g icing sugar dissolved into 50ml boiling water.

Leave in a tupperware or similar container for a few weeks, shaking occasionally. Strain through a piece of muslin and pour into a sterilised glass bottle.

Store in the freezer and enjoy after dinner!