Minestrone is an Italian staple, also known as “poor man’s soup”. Italian peasants would gather leftover ingredients and make this hearty soup. While they share the same basic vegetables, there isn't a definitive recipe for Minestrone. Minestrone dates back hundreds of years. … [Read more...] about Italian Minestrone Soup is a Great Budget Saver
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Traditional and Comforting Eve’s Pudding
Eve's Pudding, also known as "Mother Eve's pudding" is a traditional British pudding. Named after the biblical Eve it uses apples, the forbidden fruit, as the base. The first known recipe is from 1824. This is a very simple traditional apple recipe, comforting in the … [Read more...] about Traditional and Comforting Eve’s Pudding
Quick and Delicious Pickled Radishes
Radishes are one of the first crops to mature in your garden, and when the conditions are right you may have to deal with a bumper crop that you need to use or lose. Pickling the radishes is a quick and great way to enjoy this colourful vegetable and convert those who aren't … [Read more...] about Quick and Delicious Pickled Radishes
Queen Elizabeth’s Favourite Chocolate Cake
Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her official birthday on April 21st, and while her birthday plans were private, we do know is that her favourite chocolate birthday cake was most likely be on the afternoon tea menu. Just like most of us, the Royals have a family birthday cake … [Read more...] about Queen Elizabeth’s Favourite Chocolate Cake
Titanic’s Consummé Tapioca
This delicious soup was the 1st course served in 2nd Class on the Titanic. It is made from the same savoury beef consummé that formed the base of Consummé Olga which was served in 1st Class. This recipe comes from Last Dinner on the Titanic. The fashion for serving tapioca … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Consummé Tapioca
