Bakewell tarts are a traditional English tea sweet named after the town of Bakewell in Devonshire where it originated in the late 1800s. There are a few versions of how it was invented but essentially involves a cooking mistake where the jam was added before the custard. Just … [Read more...] about The Best Bakewell Tarts
Dessert
Glorious Peach & Blueberry Galette
“Galette” is french, meaning free form tart, typically made with a flaky pastry crust. This crust is light and scrumptious and a great addition to your garden party. Use whatever fruit combination you wish, but peaches and blueberries are a wonderful combination and come in … [Read more...] about Glorious Peach & Blueberry Galette
Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
One of my favorite flavor combinations is chocolate and peanut butter; add it to ice cream, and I am in heaven. When I went keto a few years ago, I was delighted that not only was ice cream allowed, but it could also be one of my go-to foods to help keep cool in the summer. This … [Read more...] about Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Quick and Rich Chocolate Sauce
Why buy chocolate sauce when you can make your own in five minutes?! Keto and low carb friendly, it is rich and delicious way top your summer desserts from fresh berries to ice cream and cheesecake. Quick and Rich Chocolate Sauce Chocolate sauce is so easy to make. Just … [Read more...] about Quick and Rich Chocolate Sauce
The Royals Love Pêche Melba
We all remember Nellie Melba from Downton Season 4. Peach Melba was created by chef Auguste Escoffier (1846 – 1935), also connected to Downton (Alfred apprenticed at his cooking school). She dined in the best restaurants in Europe so of course was acquainted with … [Read more...] about The Royals Love Pêche Melba
