Lemon Sponge Pudding

My dad lives in a different city and because of the fact that he hates to travel due to his health, it's is seldom i get to see him at my place. But whenever he does come over, i have this Honest-to-God urge to impress him. I don't know where it comes from, but i just need everything to be perfect when he comes over. A spotless house and the food being perfect and well presented. Maybe it is because he has done so much for us all our lives that it feels like now he deserves perfect everything in whatever capacity we can give him. Or maybe a part of me just wants to prove to him that i'm not just his little princess anymore and am an independent person capable of managing things perfectly, just the way he raised us all to be. I love to cook for my dad, he, like me, is also a food lover and appreciates new efforts. I believe the best part about cooking is to share it with the ones you love. I have always loved spoiling family and friends with good food.

So today he is coming over and i have been preparing since morning. Excited as i am, i decided to try out this new recipe for lemon sponge pudding. As i mentioned in my previous post that i have been wanting to experiment with lemons. Seeing my excitement hubby dear brought me these amazing looking lemons from the supermarket.

It is not everyday you see lemons this big over here in Pakistan. Usually the local "sabzi wala" has ones that are much smaller in size. I saved a lot of zest for future use so i guess you can expect more lemon-related recipes soon.

Here is the recipe for lemon sponge pudding. I love the tangy-ness in it and the soft texture. It can be served both warm and cold maybe with a dollop of whipped cream but personally i like it served warm with a dusting of icing sugar.

                            

On an ending note, I'm absolutely enjoying trying out all these zesty recipes. In my book, when life gives you lemons, you make lemon sponge pudding.