Brandy butter is the perfect accompaniment to Christmas pudding, mince pies, and your baked goods in need of a boost. The recipe is a mixture of softened butter, icing sugar and some brandy. Just melt the brandy butter on top of the warmed Christmas pudding just before … [Read more...] about Christmas’ Brandy Butter
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Pineapple Cake Filling
It is also believed that Christopher Columbus and his crew members were probably the first Europeans to have tasted pineapple. They imported the fruit and cultivated it in hothouses. Members of European royal families soon developed a liking for it. It gradually became available … [Read more...] about Pineapple Cake Filling
Traditional Royal Icing
Royal icing is the perfect choice to decorate your holiday cookies since it hardens after application. The icing dates back to the 1600s, then known as 'Egg White' icing. The name was changed 'Royal' after it was used to decorate Queen Victoria's wedding cake in 1840. … [Read more...] about Traditional Royal Icing
Make Your Own Mixed Spice for Holiday Baking
"Mixed" or "Pudding" spice is a traditional ingredient in many British holiday desserts, dating back to the 1800s. You can compare it to pumpkin spice that you likely have on hand for Thanksgiving If you can't find mixed spice where you live you can easily make your own with … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Mixed Spice for Holiday Baking
My Granny’s Pie Crust
Food history is as personal as your family; many of us are fortunate to have the experience of learning traditions in the kitchen with our elders to ensure that the traditions carry on. It is a tragedy when recipes are lost as family members pass on. My granny grew up having … [Read more...] about My Granny’s Pie Crust