1. Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium baking dish or line a loaftin with baking paper.

2. Prepare the dry ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, salt, andpepper. Stir in the sugar if using.

3. Mix the wet ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and melted butter until wellcombined.

4. Combine the batter:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until justcombined — do not overmix.

5. Add the extras:
Fold in the sweetcorn, grated cheese, and spring onions (if using) until evenlydistributed.

6. Transfer to baking dish:
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with aspatula.

7. Bake:
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until golden brown on top and a toothpick insertedinto the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and serve:
Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with butter, sourcream, or as a side to stews or grilled meats.

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