Don’t worry if it cracks!

. . . says Delia.

 
What about if it totally collapses, if the filling won’t spread, if the cherries escape, if the chocolate doesn’t curl. Do I still not have to worry?
 
Perhaps there is a reason why I don’t make desserts!
 
The last time I made Delia’s Black Forest Gateau was probably in 1979. Why I had to have another go, I have no idea. Entertaining friends tonight – well this will be entertainment enough I should think - imagine cutting it!
 
May your festivities go well – to those who are still to take part in any. And to those already in the New Year – may it be a happy one.