Cake and tea are a natural combination. Pound cakes in particular always seem to make it to the tea tray, and date back to the 1700s. They were so named because of the quantity of ingredients:one pound of each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. It made quite a few loafs, but … [Read more...] about Lovely Light Lemon Yoghurt Loaf
Dining Upstairs or Down
Glorious Fish En Papillote
Impress your guests by serving En papillote-- a fancy french term which means “in parchment.” The process involves roasting food, more often fish, in parchment paper, along with aromatics, often including white wine and julliened vegetables. The best part is that there are no … [Read more...] about Glorious Fish En Papillote
Apple Dumplings Fit for a King
Apple dumplings were a popular dessert in post WWI Britain. King George V was especially fond of this delicious sweet treat, and would have them at court whenever he could. Apple Dumplings Fit for a King Apple dumplings were a popular dessert in post WWI … [Read more...] about Apple Dumplings Fit for a King
Simply Delicious Chicken Gravy
Making your own chicken gravy is really simple and so much more delicious than canned or from a package. Simply Delicious Chicken Gravy Making your own chicken gravy is really simple and so much more delicious than canned or a package. 2 tbsp. butter, unsalted2 tbsp. … [Read more...] about Simply Delicious Chicken Gravy
Marvelous Makeover Turkey or Chicken Rolls
This quick recipe is a great use for chicken or turkey leftovers during the holidays. The pastry dough is wonderfully soft. Marvelous Makeover Chicken Rolls This quick recipe is a great use for leftover chicken or turkey over the holidays. The pastry dough is … [Read more...] about Marvelous Makeover Turkey or Chicken Rolls
