Waffles have been in existence since there were batter and hot rocks, but their name has changed over the centuries. In the 1200s craftsmen began forging irons into a honeycomb pattern, named "wafla" after the part of a beehive. The religious connection is clear as the pattern … [Read more...] about The Best Low Fat Waffles
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Downton’s Sole à la Florentine
"Fish with something green is often seen on the dinner table at Downton. The garnish serves a practical purpose, as it gives the actors something to eat that isn't going to be horrible after several hours under fierce lighting. This was a genuinely popular way to eat fish, and … [Read more...] about Downton’s Sole à la Florentine
Downton’s Toad-in-the-Hole
"The servants' hall table at Downton is usually laden with batter puddings, potatoes, stews, and vegetables that are cheap and filling. Rather than being carefully molded and garnished, the dishes are typically served in the vessel they were cooked in, and while some of them take … [Read more...] about Downton’s Toad-in-the-Hole
Boozy Hot Guy Fawkes Punch
Guy Fawkes Day, aka Bonfire Night, is celebrated across the United Kingdom marking the failed attempt of Guy Fawkes to blow up the English Parliament on November 5, 1605. Bonfires were set alight on that night when the plot was revealed, celebrating the safety of King James I and … [Read more...] about Boozy Hot Guy Fawkes Punch
Comforting Scalloped Potatoes
Scalloped Potatoes (aka Dauphinoise Potatoes as they are known in the UK) is versatile comfort food for colder seasons. It can be made ahead, served as a side or main course. The potatoes are layered with a creamy, cheesy sauce with a crunch on top. No need to peel the potatoes, … [Read more...] about Comforting Scalloped Potatoes
