Every cook should be able to make classic French Mother sauces and hollandaise is one of the great ones, perfect for asparagus, fish and American favourite Eggs Benedict. It had a cameo role on Downton, but who knew it was always keto friendly. This version created by Master … [Read more...] about Easy Peasy Hollandaise, the Mother of Sauces
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Royal Fat Free Tomato and Dill Mousse
If you haven't already discovered Chef Darren McGrady's cookbook it is a great read. Beyond the recipes he was the personal chef for Lady Diana. This delicate, subtle tomato mousse was often served at state banquets. It became a favorite of Princess Diana’s. She loved it served … [Read more...] about Royal Fat Free Tomato and Dill Mousse
Titanic Stuffed Marrow Farci
Think of marrow as grown-up Zucchini. Native to England, marrows are bland green, oval summer squash that can grow to the size of a watermelon. Zucchini and courgette are the same thing - zucchini Italian name and courgette French. Both mean baby marrow. You can also use … [Read more...] about Titanic Stuffed Marrow Farci
Comforting Irish Stew
There is nothing as comforting as stew when it is cold outside. Celebrate Branson's heritage with the way the Irish prepare stew, with beer added. King George V loved Irish Stew, but his version was made with mutton. Comforting Irish Stew There is nothing as … [Read more...] about Comforting Irish Stew
Bountiful Peas In Classic Béchamel Sauce
When it comes to cooking peas Chef Auguste Escoffier said it best: "Whatever the treatment to which peas are to be subjected, always take them very green and freshly gathered, and shell them only at the last minute. Peas are one of the vegetables most pone to lose their quality … [Read more...] about Bountiful Peas In Classic Béchamel Sauce
