Lamb is a traditional meat to serve at Easter for many families. An interesting piece of trivia is that lamb was served in 1st Class on the fateful voyage of Titanic. … [Read more...] about Roast Lamb with Mint Sauce
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My Granny’s Amazing Hot Cross Bun Recipe
Hot cross buns are traditionally served hot or toasted on Good Friday, the cross standing as a symbol of the Crucifixion. My Granny’s Sweet Bun recipe can easily be transformed into hot cross buns by adding cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg, currants, and candied peel when you … [Read more...] about My Granny’s Amazing Hot Cross Bun Recipe
My Granny’s Sweet Bun Recipe
My childhood memories are filled with the smell of sweet buns baking in my Granny's kitchen, or even better in our own, when she came to visit, or when Mom got the urge to bake. I inherited her recipe which makes a delightful light and airy dough, a nice base to add tons of … [Read more...] about My Granny’s Sweet Bun Recipe
Easy Breakfast Pudding
This is a Downton Abbey dish which would be served on a special occasion in the Servant's Hall. Daisy and Mrs. Patmore would be able to use up leftovers from the Upstairs dinner, mixed in with day old bread. Our family serves this each Christmas morning, but it comes out at … [Read more...] about Easy Breakfast Pudding
The Easiest Holiday Baked Ham
When our family entertains over the holidays, many guests have come from other family meals so a ham is often a nice change of pace from endless turkey dinners. The best part is that you just throw in the oven and walk away for the day. The leftovers are great to have on hand … [Read more...] about The Easiest Holiday Baked Ham