These simple, yet elegant chicken bridge rolls, were preferred by Queen Mary, often served at simple suppers. Her preference was a simple mixture of chicken and mayonnaise, stuffed into scooped out bridge rolls. I have added a few more light colored items to add some crunch. … [Read more...] about Queen Mary’s Chicken Bridge Rolls
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Canning Sweet Chili Sauce
Even if you have a small garden, nature can bless you with a bumper crop of vegetables. This is a great recipe to use tomatoes and peppers. The sauce is a great condiment for meats and savory pies. Canning Sweet Chili Sauce Even if you have a small garden, … [Read more...] about Canning Sweet Chili Sauce
The Royals’ Ouefs (Eggs) Drumkilbo
This royal dish was particularly favoured by the Queen Mother. Oeufs Drumkilbo was a regular dish served on Britannia, and has appeared on the wedding menus of a few royals. Served as a cold appetizer it contains lobster, gelatin, mayo and ketchup. Still, an interesting recipe … [Read more...] about The Royals’ Ouefs (Eggs) Drumkilbo
Mrs. Beeton’s Classic Ginger Beer
Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management was published in 1861. It was an instant success, selling 2 million copies in 1868. Her ginger beer is a classic summer recipe to quench the thirst. You may recall seeing workers at Downton taking a break with a cool drink. Mrs. … [Read more...] about Mrs. Beeton’s Classic Ginger Beer
Mrs. Beeton’s Classic Lemonade
Isabella Beeton, best known as Mrs. Beeton, the Victorian Domestic Goddess. Her cookbook Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management was published in 1861 when she was only 23. It was an instant success, selling 2 million copies in 1868. Her lemonade recipe is a classic. … [Read more...] about Mrs. Beeton’s Classic Lemonade