Trick or Treating originated in Britain and Ireland. Children and the poor would go "souling", going door-to-door singing songs on All Soul's Day (Nov. 2), saying prayers for homeowners, and performing other tasks to receive a soul cake a spiced biscuit. A soul! A soul! A … [Read more...] about Spooky Soul Cakes, The Original Halloween Treat
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Fabulous Light Fruitcake
If you are not a fan of fruitcake it is likely that you have been subjected to the introduction of mass-produced cakes in the early 20th century which took all the love out of the process, and just a lack of knowledge as to how to make a great moist cake. I defended the … [Read more...] about Fabulous Light Fruitcake
Can’t Beet this Rich Chocolate Keto Torte
This is a fabulously rich chocolate dessert which is sure to please everyone, but not just those following a low carb, gluten free and keto fans. The secret ingredient is beet. The torte differs from cake as it is made is made of eggs, little or no flour, using ground nuts to … [Read more...] about Can’t Beet this Rich Chocolate Keto Torte
Unbeetably Healthy Moist Chocolate Cake
B is for beets. The surprise ingredient in this rich moist chocolate cake is the humble beet, or beetroot as it is known in the UK. A great way to get fussy children and spouses to each their veggies and a wonderful way to use bumper crop of beets from your garden. Not only do … [Read more...] about Unbeetably Healthy Moist Chocolate Cake
Victorian Manchester Tarts
The Manchester tart is based on manchester pudding from the Victorian era. The tart originated in Manchester, England as a working class dessert made of bread crumbs. When Queen Victoria came to visit the city, the meringue topping was added to make it more regal. This … [Read more...] about Victorian Manchester Tarts
