Forget crumbs, embrace the sponge. When I started experimenting with yoghurt and applesauce in place of butter and oil, I discovered the texture of the cakes changed from crumbly cake to a nice moist sponge. It makes snack transportation much easier, provides a great base for … [Read more...] about Lovely Low-fat Lavender Tea Cakes
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The Queen’s Chocolate Perfection Pie
Darren McGrady was royal chef to Queen Elizabeth II, and to Princess Diana until her untimely death. The Queen loves chocolate and especially loved this chocolate flan. You will too! The Queen's Chocolate Perfection Pie Darren McGrady was royal chef to Queen Elizabeth … [Read more...] about The Queen’s Chocolate Perfection Pie
Melt in your Mouth Bridge Rolls
Bridge rolls are a variation of french brioche rolls, which means there is egg in the dough. They are shaped into logs before baking which make them perfect hand held sandwiches stuffed with your favorite fillings. The exact origin is not exactly known but appeared around WWI … [Read more...] about Melt in your Mouth Bridge Rolls
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
Easy Peasy Peach Pie
When fresh fruit is in season it is easy to bring home a basket or two, and then find after a few days your family has had their fill. The rest just sits on the counter craving a little love. When this happens in our household, a pie crust comes in handy to save the day, and … [Read more...] about Easy Peasy Peach Pie
