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The English Kitchen
http://theenglishkitchen.blogspot.co.uk/
Debunking the myths and pushing the boundaries of English Cookery, one recipe at a time.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 4265 )
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Banana & Golden Syrup Loaf
I wasn't allowed to work for the first few months that I lived in the UK. Having arrived on a Fiance's visa, I had to wait for an employment visa before I... Read more
Posted on 29 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Post Christmas Hash
Having prepared two fairly large roast dinners over Christmas, I found myself with a fair amount of leftover cooked vegetables. Recipes like this are a doddle,... Read more
Posted on 28 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Creamy Carrot Casserole
The recipe I am sharing today makes a delicious side dish for those special occasions when you want to pull the boat out a tiny bit. Read more
Posted on 27 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
A Traditional English Trifle
I was checking through my archives and couldn't believe that I had not shared a recipe for a Traditional English Trifle with you. After all these years I though... Read more
Posted on 23 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
A Vintage Christmas
Growing up in the 1950's and 60's I had a most wonderful childhood. Christmas was an especially wonderful time of year for me, filled with abundance . . . faith... Read more
Posted on 22 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Leona's Peanut Butter Balls
I've told you about my friend Leona many times before. She has figured large in my life and is one of those lifelong friends that we all love and cherish. Read more
Posted on 22 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Gratin of Chicken
I had to take some stuff out of the freezer the other day to make room for some Christmas stuff. I did not want to be doing any shopping at all in these few day... Read more
Posted on 21 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Easy Chili Mac & Cheese
Well, I guess the count-down is on now, only four more days until Christmas Eve. Are things feeling pretty crazy yet? I can remember how busy those last few day... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Roast Pork Shoulder with Sage & Onion
When I was a much younger woman than what I am now, I had a good friend named Leona. She is still a good friend, some thirty odd years later! I love lifetime... Read more
Posted on 19 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Roasted Sprouts with Cranberries & Pecans
I think one of my favourite holiday vegetables has to be Brussels Sprouts. I fear they are a "love it or loathe it" kind of vegetable, with too many people... Read more
Posted on 18 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
All You Ever Wanted to Know About Iberian Ham
I was recently contacted by IBEHAM Project and asked if I would like to learn more about and try some Iberian Ham and then share my experience with my readers. ... Read more
Posted on 17 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Roast Chicken with Lemon & Garlic
A well roasted chicken is a beautiful thing to behold . . . moist and tender, almost succulent, with a crisp and flavourful skin. I think of all the roasts, it... Read more
Posted on 17 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Cherry Cake Squares
What a miserable horrible lousy rotten day it is out there today. Windy, rainy, cold . . . but at least its not snow! In any case the lighting for my photos is... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Melted Snowman and Rudolf Chocolate Barks
I wanted to make something special for the children of our Ministering brothers (father and son, church thing) for Christmas. They are always so good at visitin... Read more
Posted on 15 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Mother-In-Laws Swiss Steak
My ex Mother in Law was a wonderful cook. Early on in my marriage (1978) she hand wrote me a little notebook filled with family recipes. I know I have spoken... Read more
Posted on 14 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Black Cherry Sauced Turkey Steaks
I really need to get better at labelling things when I put them in the freezer. I took out what I thought was chicken breasts the other day and it ended up bein... Read more
Posted on 13 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Honey Dill Glazed Turnips & Carrots
We are great lovers of vegetables in this house. I think I probably serve two different vegetables with every main meal that I serve in this house. I have alway... Read more
Posted on 12 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Honey & Basil Hot Chicken Sandwiches
I can't believe that two weeks from today will be Christmas day. My days seem to be evaporating into thin air! That's why things like these delicious Honey ... Read more
Posted on 11 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Deep Fried Mozzarella Sticks and Christmas Chutney
Occasionally I get sent new products to try. I was recently sent these Pik-Nik Twiller Cheese snacks. As winter takes hold, Vitamin D levels start to drop. Read more
Posted on 10 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Cranberry Breakfast Cake
We suffered a fatality in our home today. My trusty Nikon Bridge Camera, who has been my constant companion for the past three years died a quick and irreparabl... Read more
Posted on 09 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES