Rhubarb was loved by the Edwardians. It went into a variety of dishes, from cakes to drinks. You can make this simple syrup as a base to make a variety of beverages to cool you off. Rhubarb Syrup 5 stalk rhubarb, washed (chopped into ½ inch pieces)½ cup sugar (or … [Read more...] about Rhubarb Syrup
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Luscious Low Fat Lemon Yoghurt Sauce
This is my favorite go to heart healthy summer sauce to add a little zip to my favorite dishes such as quinoa cakes, fritters, or salmon dishes. Luscious Low Fat Lemon Yoghurt Sauce This is my favorite go to heart healthy summer sauce to add a little zip to my … [Read more...] about Luscious Low Fat Lemon Yoghurt Sauce
Low Fat Eton Mess
If you are pressed for time, this is a great easy dessert to make, and particularly wonderful to serve in the summer. And if you are trying to eat low fat, this version is for you. The generally accepted story is that the strawberry, meringue and cream pudding was dropped at … [Read more...] about Low Fat Eton Mess
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 yet Elegant Waldorf Pudding
British love their custard and essentially this a simple custard with apples. Great for beginning cooks to try and a great date night dessert. Apparently the actual recipe for this dessert went down with the ship (understandable under the circumstances), but there are a few … [Read more...] about Easy yet Elegant Waldorf Pudding
