1. Preparing the cake:
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (gas mark 6).
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the sugar until creamy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well between each addition.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Sift the flour with the baking powder and gradually add them to the mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until you get a smooth, even dough.
2. Cooking:
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Pour the batter into a buttered and floured cake tin (approximately 22 cm in diameter).
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Check the doneness with the tip of a knife: it should come out dry.
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Allow to cool completely before unmolding.
3. Preparation of the chocolate ganache:
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