Every cook should be able to make classic French Mother sauces and hollandaise is one of the great ones, perfect for asparagus, fish and American favourite Eggs Benedict. It had a cameo role on Downton, but who knew it was always keto friendly. This version created by Master … [Read more...] about Easy Peasy Hollandaise, the Mother of Sauces
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Downton’s Appetising Asparagus Feuilletés
Feuilletés simply means puff paste in French. The English are the first to claim they grow the best asparagus so it is not surprising that it pops up on English menus, particularly in May and June when it is fresh off the fields. Once called ‘sparrow-grass’, but now … [Read more...] about Downton’s Appetising Asparagus Feuilletés
Royal Fat Free Tomato and Dill Mousse
If you haven't already discovered Chef Darren McGrady's cookbook it is a great read. Beyond the recipes he was the personal chef for Lady Diana. This delicate, subtle tomato mousse was often served at state banquets. It became a favorite of Princess Diana’s. She loved it served … [Read more...] about Royal Fat Free Tomato and Dill Mousse
Pretty in Pink Coconut Ice
Coconut ice is a traditional English treat which is easy to make and serves a crowd. It is a beautiful addition to your tea tray. Coconut Ice 3/4 cup/200g condensed milk ((I like low fat version))2 cups/225g icing sugar (shifted)2 cups/175g … [Read more...] about Pretty in Pink Coconut Ice
Quick and Dreamy Creamy Garlic Salmon
I always have an abudance of wild salmon in my freezer thanks to our annual family fishing trip on the west coast close to Alaska. This means finding new ways to prepare which is quick and still keto friendly. This is quick, easy and a crowd pleaser for young and old. … [Read more...] about Quick and Dreamy Creamy Garlic Salmon
