Garden cake historically was a thrifty way to use vegetables in creative ways in times of food shortage. My version is lower in fat and sugar. Actually, not a bad way to get your kids to eat their veggies and is a lovely cake to offer at your next garden party. Gorgeous … [Read more...] about Gorgeous Garden Cake
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Easy Peasy Rock Cakes
Harry Potter fans in your household will recognize these. It was Harry’s favourite tea treat. Essentially they are sweet little biscuits and quite tasty at that. Easy Peasy Rock Cakes Harry Potter fans in your household will recognize these. It was Harry’s favorite tea … [Read more...] about Easy Peasy Rock Cakes
Delicate Earl Grey Créme Anglaise
If you love the flavour of Earl Grey, you will love this version of Créme Anglaise for a dessert sauce. Delicate Earl Grey Créme Anglaise If you love Earl Grey you will love this delicately flavored dessert sauce for your favorite desserts. 3/4 cup milk2 large egg … [Read more...] about Delicate Earl Grey Créme Anglaise
Fortnum & Mason’s Never Fail Shortbread
Shortbread is an easy traditional sweet treat to make. If you don't have your own family recipe to fall back on, here is a great one inspired by Tea at Fortnum & Mason. Rice flour is the secret ingredient that gives the shortbread a nice crisp texture. Take care not to … [Read more...] about Fortnum & Mason’s Never Fail Shortbread
The Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
This is a standard on my Christmas dessert tray. My family begs for it every year and I have to make extra for them to take home. So easy to prepare since all you are doing is melting and refrigerating. It is very rich so when you cut it into 1-inch squares it goes a very long … [Read more...] about The Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge