Almost everyone loves intensely chocolatey and perfectly fudgy chocolate brownies and if there is one time of year when we can treat ourselves to some decedent baking it has to be in the depths of winter. Chocolate brownies are indeed a real indulgence and, when made properly, definitely give you a feeling of treating yourself …
Biscuit recipes that are quick & easy to make are a real boon. With a simple recipe you can whip up a batch of delicious biscuits in just a few minutes. Pop them in the oven to bake when you have other things cooking and you will be making the best use of energy, making …
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 »
These chocolate coated marzipan stars have to be one of the easiest confections you can possibly make! They take a small amount of time with the chocolate dipping but look really impressive and will be enjoyed by any marzipan lovers who are lucky enough to receive them.
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 …
If you have ever been on holiday to Cornwall, it’s highly likely that you will have sampled the very famous Cornish Pasty while you were there! But did you know just how easy (and cheaply) an authentic Cornish Pasty can be made at home? What Makes A Pasty Cornish? Well, having said that, of course …
Cornish Pasty – easy traditional authentic Recipe Read More »
Oat bars have become a favourite for lots of people recently. Take a look at any supermarket shelf and you will see row upon row of these grab-and-go snacks. In theory, they are a good option. Oats are full of fibre and protein, they help lower blood sugar and cholesterol. Why not just buy them? …
For a simple but impressive sweet treat, Viennese Whirls are very hard to beat! For something that looks so pretty, many people often think that these must be difficult to make but the simplicity of the recipe is often quite a surprise. Viennese Whirls are easily bought in any supermarket, usually made by a rather …
These scones are a must-have for a proper Great British Afternoon Tea. Scones are one of the recipes it really is essential to master. When you fancy a sweet treat in a hurry, these are perfect. They can be weighed, mixed and baked within half an hour! And as they are best eaten warm you …
I love mashed potatoes and invariably make too much every time we have them, but then there are some great things you can make with leftovers and mash is very versatile! My favourites are these deliciously savoury scones, which are a real hit at supper time – I like to have them warm with a …
