Poppy seed and lemon cake: Stage 5

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Transfer the mixture into a non-stick or well-buttered (or both) tin or mould.

It is not essential, but I recommend putting the tin in the fridge for an hour or more to firm up the mixture; this helps it rise better as it cooks.

Note: As always with cakes, if you want a nice opening on top when baking, try this very effective trick.

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