Fools are a favorite British dessert best enjoyed in summer when fruits are plentiful. The French word foulé means pressed or crushed, and refers to the simple mixture of crushed fruits and whipped cream. It is very simple to make and very delicious. A perfect addition to your … [Read more...] about Versatile Blueberry Fool
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Second Time Around Colcannon Cakes
Colcannon is a lovely mashed mixture of potatoes and cabbage. A great use to "makeover" colcannon is to make them into colcannon cakes. A great addition to your brunch menu. Second Time Around Colcannon Cakes Colcannon is a lovely mashed mixture of potatoes and cabbage. … [Read more...] about Second Time Around Colcannon Cakes
Titanic’s Minted Green Pea Timbales
This was served as part of the Fifth Course in 1st Class on the Titanic, alongside lamb, duck and sirloin beef. Timbales are custard-like dishes of cheese, chicken, fish, or vegetables baked in a drum-shaped mold. This classic french vegetable dish is a delicious grown up way … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Minted Green Pea Timbales
Titanic’s Creamed Carrots
This dish was served to accompany the meat dishes served as part of the Fifth Course in 1st Class on Titanic. Mrs. Beeton, the great Victorian cookbook diva, was rumored to have advised that "you should cook carrots no less than 90 minutes". If you are planning your own … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Creamed Carrots
Super Easy Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pastel De Nata)
If you need to find a use for egg yolks, portuguese custard tarts are a one dessert to try. If you have purchased them in a bakery you will be pleasantly surprised how little it costs to make. Essentially you prepare a custard, pour into puff pastry shells, bake and finish under … [Read more...] about Super Easy Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pastel De Nata)