Mince and Tatties is a traditional Scottish Comfort food which is easy to prepare and a joy for all your fellow servants to enjoy downstairs at your Abbey. Scottish Mince and Tatties, Easy Weeknight Comfort Food Mince and Tatties is a traditional Scottish Comfort food … [Read more...] about Scottish Mince and Tatties, Easy Weeknight Comfort Food
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The Amazing Flavours of Yorkshire Parkin
Guy Fawkes Day is celebrated across the United Kingdom marking the failed attempt of Guy Fawkes to blow up English Parliament on November 5, 1605. Parkin holds court as traditional favorite for Guy Fawkes Day in the UK. Guy was from Yorkshire, hence the name. It is a moist … [Read more...] about The Amazing Flavours of Yorkshire Parkin
Satisfying Shepherd’s Pie (Cottage Pie)
Shepherd’s Pie is a simple dish made of lamb or mutton, topped with mashed potatoes. When beef is used it is properly called "cottage pie" It dates back to the 1800s, originating in the sheep-raising areas of northern England and Scotland, when frugal housewives sought … [Read more...] about Satisfying Shepherd’s Pie (Cottage Pie)
Hangover Turkey Stock
Abbey Cooks always find ways to stretch their food dollar. So after your family and guests have enjoyed a wonderful Roast Turkey, save the carcass, and make use of the neck and giblets that came with the turkey (and you didn’t make giblet broth from them) toss it all into your … [Read more...] about Hangover Turkey Stock
Remains of the Day Turkey Soup
This is a great hearty soup that uses up ingredients from your holiday dinner to enjoy the next day, "made over" in a new way. Add as many or as few of the suggested ingredients as you please. There will be plenty for a full meal for the family with extras to freeze, to share … [Read more...] about Remains of the Day Turkey Soup
