Before mulled cider became the holiday standard, wassail meant one thing: warm spiced ale with roasted apples floating on top. This traditional ale wassail recipe recreates the authentic medieval drink that would have been served at grand estates like Downton Abbey - long before … [Read more...] about Traditional Ale Wassail Recipe: The Original Medieval Christmas Drink
Winter
Simple Turkey Stock: A Lesson from Mrs. Patmore’s Kitchen
Make the Most of Your Christmas Bird with This Easy, Waste-Not Approach to Homemade Turkey Stock In the great kitchens of Downton Abbey, nothing went to waste. Mrs. Patmore would have been appalled at the thought of discarding a perfectly good turkey carcass after Christmas … [Read more...] about Simple Turkey Stock: A Lesson from Mrs. Patmore’s Kitchen
The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe: A Fall Favorite Made Even Better
As the leaves start to change and a chill fills the air, there's no better time to indulge in a slice of classic pumpkin pie. This beloved dessert is a staple on Thanksgiving tables across America, but with the right recipe, you can enjoy its rich, spiced flavours all season … [Read more...] about The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe: A Fall Favorite Made Even Better
Scrummy Apple Crumble
As the air turns crisp and leaves start changing colour, there's no better way to enjoy the fall season than with a warm, freshly baked apple crumble. This classic comfort food dessert has been a staple in kitchens for generations, and for good reason. With its simple ingredients … [Read more...] about Scrummy Apple Crumble
Italian Minestrone Soup is a Great Budget Saver
Minestrone is an Italian staple, also known as “poor man’s soup”. Italian peasants would gather leftover ingredients and make this hearty soup. While they share the same basic vegetables, there isn't a definitive recipe for Minestrone. Minestrone dates back hundreds of years. … [Read more...] about Italian Minestrone Soup is a Great Budget Saver
