Savoury Broccoli Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat over to 350.
2. 2
   Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch broccoli for 3 minutes. Rinse well in cold water to stop the cooking and dry well.
3. 3
   Beat the butter until soft and creamy. Add the sugar an keep beating until fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time beating well after each one.
4. 4
   Mix together the flour, baking powder, turmeric, cayenne and salt.
5. 5
   Beat the dry into the wet, well.
6. 6
   Fold in the grated cheese with a spatula.
7. 7
   Place a heaping tablespoonful of batter in the bottom of each muffin hole and shake to evenly spread the batter. Stand a floret in each muffin hole and top with the remaining batter. Don't worry, it will fill the holes.
8. 8
   Bake the cakes for about 30 minutes, until golden brown and hard to the touch. The butter may bubble up -- don't worry -- it's ok.
9. 9
   Allow the cakes to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. However, do eat the same day.
10. 10
    Cut in quarters for lovely appetizers.