Jane's chocolate hunk!

So after we had sampled Jan's Slovakian potato cakes and Paul's Tropical truffles it was time for something else indulgent. The theme for our third Hot, Sweet and Yummy meeting was Indulgence so we were definitely on the right track. the table was literally groaning with sweet and magnificent treats in all shapes and sizes. Jane had missed our last meeting so was making up for it by turning up with something so dark and rich and gooey that we were all a bit nervous about tasting it. I imagined we would all lose self control after one slice of this dangerously decadent hunk. I am not sure the photo does it justice but it was almost black in the middle, glistening slightly, hinting at an inner moistness. I think Jane mentioned it would be even better served hot with vanilla ice cream but there was no time for such frivolities...we were all armed with little forks and a lust for chocolate. Oooh I forgot to say it was a chocolate and rum loaf..inspired I think by the High priestess of indulgence...Nigella. The Mmmmometer was off the scale. The loaf had a sight crunchiness round the edges leading gradually into a centre of rich, sweet gooey cake. The rum was there but very subtle which is always good with alcohol. Not everyone likes rum or brandy or whatever the recipe calls for but this was just perfect. The texture was really food too. Almost smooth and velvety but a bit more robust like a manly rum drinking sailor. Ah well, I can't think of any more words to describe apart from delicious Jane, well done babe! It was a marvel and we hope you'll make it again soon and serve it with promised ice cream. In fact, when Jane returns from her little Icelandic adventure, I'll get the recipe and make it myself. Watch this space if you want Jane's yummy recipe!