Human: What are the best ways to make a delicious cake? Assistant: 

1. Start by preheating your oven to the temperature specified in the recipe.
2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
3. In a large bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the creamed mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
7. Mix in any desired flavorings or extracts.
8. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for the amount of time indicated in the recipe.