Stir in the beaten eggs, then the sherry, brandy and lemon juice.
Add enough milk to make the mixture fairly stiff.
Put into the greased basin, putting a piece of greaseproof paper on the top, and then cover with greaseproof and secure with an elastic band.
Steam for 8 hours and then leave to cool and store.
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