I decided to abuse ChatGPT. This is what I asked it "In my refrigerator, all I have left are brussels sprouts, mayonnaise, bartlett pears, and some cat food. I have standard spices, flour, sugar, etc., in the kitchen. Provide a recipe for a stunning dessert for my guests based on only the ingredients I have at hand."

The answer will have you rushing right over!
How about a Brussel Sprout and Pear Cake with Mayo Frosting?

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This unique recipe is sure to impress your guests with its unexpected flavors and creative use of ingredients. Here's how to make it:

Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1 cup finely chopped brussel sprouts
1 cup diced bartlett pears
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Cat food (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and egg until well combined.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in the large mixing bowl and mix until just combined.

Gradually add in the milk and mix until smooth.

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Fold in the chopped brussel sprouts and diced pears until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Pour the batter into the greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

While the cake is baking, prepare the mayo frosting. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.

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Once the cake is done baking, let it cool completely before frosting with the mayo frosting.

Garnish the top of the cake with a sprinkle of cat food (optional) and serve.

Enjoy your unique and impressive dessert!

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