Christmas


Deprecated: preg_replace(): Passing null to parameter #3 ($subject) of type array|string is deprecated in /var/www/vhosts/thethriftysquirrels.co.uk/httpdocs/wp-includes/kses.php on line 1744

Shortcrust Pastry Recipe – the very best for Mince Pies

The very best shortcrust pastry recipe

On the face of it, pastry should be such an easy thing to make. A simple mixture of flour, fat, salt and water shouldn’t cause too many difficulties! However, for years I never seemed to be able to get the hang of making light, melt in the mouth shortcrust pastry. All too often my pies …

Shortcrust Pastry Recipe – the very best for Mince Pies Read More »

Fudge – Luxury Dairy Cream Recipe

handmade Christmas fudge recipe

Fudge has got to be one of the classic gifts of all time!  There are very few people who won’t appreciate a beautifully wrapped box of smooth and delicious fudge. Better still, homemade fudge can be so much nicer than mass produced versions and is definitely on a par with the amazing artisanal fudges that …

Fudge – Luxury Dairy Cream Recipe Read More »

Chocolate Truffles Recipe

making handmade truffles

So simple to make, these handmade chocolate truffles will never fail to impress! They are perfect to give as gifts when wrapped in pretty boxes or upscaled packaging and can be made very cheaply too!   The basic mixture will give you a delicious chocolate truffle. If you want something more adventurous you can add …

Chocolate Truffles Recipe Read More »

Scroll to Top