This is a great recipe if you don’t have the time (or courage) to attempt a fruitcake or plum pudding. The cake will still give your holiday a taste of British tradition. If you already stocked your larder with homemade mincemeat and applesauce you have already put a lot of love … [Read more...] about Holiday Mincemeat Cake
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Easy Holiday Mincemeat Oatmeal Squares
Nothing says British Christmas like mincemeat. Originally mincemeat was made with ground meat, offals, eggs and whatever else was on hand. The first mince pies were prepared by the Crusaders in the 11th century. Spices (cinnamon, nutmeg) brought back from the Holy Land were … [Read more...] about Easy Holiday Mincemeat Oatmeal Squares
Easy Peasy Mincemeat
Nothing says British Christmas like mincemeat. Originally mincemeat was made with ground meat, offals, eggs and whatever else was on hand. The first mince pies were prepared by the Crusaders in the 11th century. Spices (cinnamon, nutmeg) brought back from the Holy Land were … [Read more...] about Easy Peasy Mincemeat
Ring in the New Year with a Classic British Appetizer: Scotch Eggs
This New Year's Eve, welcome the new year with a tasty classic - Scotch eggs. These savory hard boiled eggs wrapped in sausage and breadcrumbs are a staple on pub menus across the United Kingdom. Their rich flavor and texture make them an ideal appetizer for your New Year's … [Read more...] about Ring in the New Year with a Classic British Appetizer: Scotch Eggs
English Makeover Bubble and Squeak
Bubble and Squeak is so called because of the noises it makes whilst frying in the pan. It is a traditional English dish made from the leftovers of Sunday dinner or Christmas dinner, with the main ingredient being the leftover potatoes and cabbage, though most vegetables can be … [Read more...] about English Makeover Bubble and Squeak
