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
Famous Downton Dishes
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
Delicious Kedgeree
Kedgeree is the first dish we see on Downton Abbey in Season 1, Episode 1. It is a practical dish which, before refrigeration, allowed cooks to use leftovers from the night before to make into hearty and appealing breakfast dishes. Essentially the ingredients are boiled rice, … [Read more...] about Delicious Kedgeree
Individual Apple Charlottes
Apple Charlotte is a very simple dish, made famous on Downton Abbey. And in spite of Mrs. Patmore's protests, it is really simple to make and was one of King George V's favorite desserts. Individual Apple Charlottes Apple Charlotte is a very simple dish, made famous on … [Read more...] about Individual Apple Charlottes
