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• A Few Goodies to Share

  

  I do get sent the cutest things. A week or so ago, the people at Eddingtons sent me these cute Home Baked Cookie Stamps! Measuring 53mm in diameter, the set... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Monday Night Supper . . . Delicious Leftovers

  

  I have always been a cook who makes good use of my leftovers. Casseroles, hashes, salads, sandwiches, pot pies, soups . . . there is no end to the uses I find... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Spiced Apple Croissants

  

  There is some that would think that using refrigerated croissant dough is a bit of a cheat, and I guess perhaps it is . . . but I am not a snob in that way and ... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Whole Lemon Muffins

  

  These muffins are gorgeously delish. You use a whole lemon, ground up (peel and all) to make them, which gives them a fabulous lemon flavour! There are also... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sparkling Lemonade and Artisan Drinks

  

  I have to tell you about this lovely book I recently received entitled Artisan Drinks, delicious alcoholic and soft drinks to make at home, by Lindy Wildsmith. ... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Pork Chops & Beans

  

  This wholesome family friendly dish may not exactly win any beauty contests, but I guarantee she will come up with Miss popularity every time. It's a simple dis... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Oven Fried Chicken

  

  I confess I am a really naughty girl and I just adore fried chicken. Thankfully it is not something which we have very often, even though I do love it so, and... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• The Ultimate Store Cupboard

  

  When I worked down South at the Manor, there was a huge larder/pantry just off the kitchen through a swinging door. It had an old black slate counter top to kee... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Pan Fried Beef with Aubergine, Tomato and Cannellini Beans

  

  I am a huge fan of tinned tomatoes. It has been ever so and I always, ALWAYS have multiple tins of them in my larder. I have been known to dine on nothing but... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Warm Berry Compote

  

  We're very lucky in that we grow all of our own soft fruits in our back garden. I freeze what we can't manage to eat fresh so that we can enjoy them in the... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• French Dip Au Jus

  

  On Sundays if I am really on the ball, I like to throw something into the crockpot before I leave for church so that dinner is ready and waiting for us when we... Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• An Offer You Can't Refuse, Christmas in the English Kitchen

  

  With the holidays looming I have decided to discount my very popular Cookbooklet entitled, Christmas in the English Kitchen for a limited time only. Read more

  Posted on 03 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Gobbler Cobbler

  

  This is one of those recipes that everyone should have in their repertoire. It's a fab way to use up leftovers from a roasted bird, be it chicken or turkey. Read more

  Posted on 03 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Christmas Morning Breakfast Buns

  

  Hooray for November . . . which means I can start to think about the holidays and begin to trial recipes which I want to use during that time, the first of whic... Read more

  Posted on 02 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

  

  Do you like peanut butter as much as I do? I am betting you don't, or maybe you do, but whatever the case I bet I eat peanut butter in one way or another every... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Some Really Tasty Potato Bites

  

  One of the things I love about having a food blog is the opportunity which I am afforded to try out new things. As a person who loves to try new things, this... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Green Pepper Steak

  

  This is one of those quick, easy and simple recipes that every cook should have up their sleeves. I wish I had a pound for every time I have cooked this over th... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Coconut and Lime Glazed Banana Muffins, a Taste of the Tropics!

  

  One fruit that I am not overly fond of is bananas. You will never see me peeling a banana and eating it like that. They just don't appeal to me in that way. Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• A Delicious One Pan Autumn Warmer

  

  I have a love affair going with the Bratwurst sausages. Todd and I love German Food full stop. It's one of our favourite places to visit . . . I had the most... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Posh Spice

  

  Prestat's NEW Orange Cardamom Chai ThinsVelvety Milk Chocolate Thins, Orange and Cardamom Chai £11.50Prestat, chocolatier to Her Majesty The Queen, has... Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES