Edwardians were crazy about jellied desserts. Our tastes have evolved but there is still a place for eye catching desserts, like this easy dessert which looks like a work of art. This sea glass jello is great for summer outdoor picnics and parties and can even be served as a hand … [Read more...] about Artisanal Low Fat Sea Glass Jello
Edwardian recipes
Smoked Salmon Mousse Pinwheels
This sandwich adds a lovely punch of color to your tea tray or appetizer platter with contrasting dark pumpernickel bread with deep orange smoked salmon. The Ritz London serves a similar version with whisky, but I like the fresh flavors of vodka and dill. You are only limited by … [Read more...] about Smoked Salmon Mousse Pinwheels
The Royals Love Pêche Melba
We all remember Nellie Melba from Downton Season 4. Peach Melba was created by chef Auguste Escoffier (1846 – 1935), also connected to Downton (Alfred apprenticed at his cooking school). She dined in the best restaurants in Europe so of course was acquainted with … [Read more...] about The Royals Love Pêche Melba
Sumptuous Spotted Dick
The most famous recipe from Downton Season 5 is Spotted Dick, a lovely custard dessert with an unfortunate name. It first appeared in the 1849 cookbook The Modern Housewife written by Alexis Soyer, but meat based versions date back to the medieval era. What’s in a … [Read more...] about Sumptuous Spotted Dick
Easy Peasy Hollandaise, the Mother of Sauces
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
