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
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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
Bountiful Serviceberry/ Saskatoon Pie
Serviceberries are found across North America, Europe and Asia. They can be found in the wild, but often are planted as ornamentals for their masses of showy, white flowers in early spring and colorful fall foliage. Also known as Juneberry, saskatoon, sarvis or sarvistree, … [Read more...] about Bountiful Serviceberry/ Saskatoon Pie
Beef Bone Broth
Bone broth is the latest in health trends. Grandmothers would be so proud that what is old is new again. Make your own beef broth for soups or just to enjoy on it's own. Beef Bone Broth Bone broth is the latest in health trends. Grandmothers would be so proud that what is … [Read more...] about Beef Bone Broth
The Best Boeuf Bourguignon
This dish is essentially an upstairs version of a simple beef stew, named for Burgundy after the type of wine which was used in the dish. Boeuf Bourguignon, a delectable beef stew, celebrates its roots through homage to its prized Charolais cattle. Reputed for their distinct … [Read more...] about The Best Boeuf Bourguignon