<prompt> Write a few lines outlining the procedure to bake a cake.  <response>: 1. Preheat the oven to the required temperature, usually around 350F 175C.2. Gather all ingredients such as flour, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, and baking powder.3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy. 4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the milk and mix well.5. Sift in the flour and baking powder, then fold gently into the batter until well combined.6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake tin and smooth the surface.7. Bake in the preheated oven for the specified time, usually around 30-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating or serving. 