Today though, household chores done, Wiggle and I went out. We went to Marlborough for a wander along the high street, making the most of the sunshine. Wiggle got lots of fuss from passers by and when I asked if I could take him into one shop, the staff said yes so Wiggle had more attention!
I stopped for a coffee and Wiggle was very good, sitting patiently, watching the world go by.
After that we stopped on the Downs so Wiggle could have a good run, and run he did!
Once we were home, I decided to do some baking and made the boys pilchard cake. Wiggle was my assistant, licking the spoon after I'd mixed the ingredients:
And being such a help in the kitchen, he also licked the bowl!
Sir H didn't miss out - he got to lick the bowl too:
After patiently waiting, the cakes were ready:
To take their mind off the cakes while they cooled down, the boys went for their evening walk and when we came back, it was time for cake!
Wiggle likes cake:
Super concentration requires a wonky nose!
Some not especially attractive drool was forming.....
The recipe is one I found online and its very easy:
2 large tins pilchards in tomato sauce
10oz self raising flour
2 eggs
milk to mix
Mix all together in a food processor adding enough milk to make a soft cake like consistency (I don't have a food processor so just mash up the pilchards in a large bowl with a fork). Bake in large shallow tray or split into 2 loaf tins (lined with silicone paper or you'll never get it out of the tin) at 160 degrees until firm - just like a sponge cake. I usually find it takes around 30-40 minutes. Cut into small cubes. Will keep in the fridge for up to one week or freeze.