Sticky toffee pudding is a delicious sponge cake consisting of chopped dates and toffee sauce. It’s also typically paired with vanilla ice cream or custard because it complements the dish so nicely. Great dish for a special occasion or to serve during the holidays. This … [Read more...] about Downton’s Simply Delicious Sticky Toffee Pudding
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Turn Holiday Leftovers into a Delicious Turkey Dinner Pie
Plan what to do with your holiday leftovers before the big day. This recipe for leftovers is not only attractive, you can enjoy now or freeze and enjoy later. I have always been a fan of King Arthur and its recipes. Dating back to 1790, As an employee-owned company, they are … [Read more...] about Turn Holiday Leftovers into a Delicious Turkey Dinner Pie
Use Leftover Holiday Turkey for a Comforting Baked Barley Risotto
If you haven't tried using barley in risotto, you really are missing something. Full of fibre goodness, barley is a great alternative to arborio rice since it becomes plump and chewy when cooked. You could simply prepare this dish as baked barley and turkey but by adding the … [Read more...] about Use Leftover Holiday Turkey for a Comforting Baked Barley Risotto
The Comfort of Great Boeuf Bourguignon
Boeuf/Beef Bourguignon is essentially an upstairs version of a simple beef stew, named for Burgundy after the type of wine which was used in the dish. Frugal cooks have always looked for ways to tenderize cheaper cuts of meat; using alcohol and low heat is a great … [Read more...] about The Comfort of Great Boeuf Bourguignon
Hearty Lentil Stew
Late summer is often the time when you start looking for heavier comfort foods as the weather gets cooler. However, it may be too early to dive into classic winter dishes. Take lentil stew for example. It is a heavier dish, but not as heavy as beef stew. While many lentil … [Read more...] about Hearty Lentil Stew
