Charlotte Russe is a French chilled dessert made with ladyfingers, filled with a fruit flavored cream filling which has been set using gelatin, a favorite cooking ingredient of the Edwardians. My version cuts some of the fat by substituting half the whipping cream with yoghurt … [Read more...] about Individual Guiltless Strawberry Charlotte Russe
Official Downton Abbey Cookbook
Titanic’s Punch Romaine
This palate cleanser was served to first class passengers during the fateful last dinner aboard the Titanic on April 14th, 1912. The famous french chef Auguste Escoffier, championed alcoholic shaved ices to be served between courses. Punch Romaine, the Infamous Titanic … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Punch Romaine
Easy Baked Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is classic comfort food in the cooler months of the year. This is a Victorian-era recipe based on Mrs. Beeton's original recipe, which could be tossed in the oven and left while attending to other kitchen duties. Really easy without a great deal of fuss. Easy … [Read more...] about Easy Baked Rice Pudding
The Ultimate Magic Scone Recipe
Those with British heritage are blessed with family scone recipes passed through the generations. For the rest, it is a challenge to find a good recipe that is easy, reliable, adaptable and heart-healthy. This recipe is super easy to make with only 4 ingredients. Start with … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Magic Scone Recipe
Amazingly Simple Yorkshire Pudding
No roast beef dinner should be served without it. Although traditionally British, this side dish is also loved by Americans. Yorkshire is so beloved that we celebrate twice a year: the first Sunday in February in the U.K. and October 13 in the U.S. and everywhere else. It … [Read more...] about Amazingly Simple Yorkshire Pudding