Soufflé literally means "puffed up," in French, and is a culinary term for a light, frothy dish, just stiff enough to hold its shape, and which may be savoury or sweet, hot or cold. The basic hot souffle is based on a roux--a cooked mixture of flour and butter--and then … [Read more...] about Royal Soufflé au Fromage (Cheese Soufflé)
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Queen Mary’s Favorite Birthday Cake
Royal Chef Gabriel Tschumi made this genoise (sponge) birthday cake for Queen Mary during his time at Marlborough Palace. It was one of her favorite cakes. The recipe has been in the royal family for generations. Queen Elizabeth enjoys a chocolate version. Queen Mary's … [Read more...] about Queen Mary’s Favorite Birthday Cake
The Royal’s Poached Cod and Egg Sauce
This recipe from the royal kitchens is over 100 years old. Royal chefs served it to Queen Mary every Good Friday. Queen Mary requested Cod in this dish, and enjoyed with baby potatoes and parsnips. Parsnips were very popular in the early 1900’s. Today Queen Elizabeth II is … [Read more...] about The Royal’s Poached Cod and Egg Sauce
Elegant Roast and Confit of Duck with Roasted Potatoes and Sour Cherries
This is definately a dish for special occasions where you wish to impress. It takes two days to finish the dish but is simple in execution. Elegant Roast and Confit of Duck with Roasted Potatoes and Sour Cherries This is definately a dish for special occasions where you … [Read more...] about Elegant Roast and Confit of Duck with Roasted Potatoes and Sour Cherries
Quick and Easy Apple Tart
Tarts are thought to have evolved as a manner of layering food on a crust. Short crust pastry (as compared to pie pastry) is thought to have been first commonly used in the 16 century. This method of preparation was popular with nobility, viewed as superior than pies consumed by … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Apple Tart
