It seems John was also a lover of steamed puddings so you may like to try his version of Malva.
Read MoreI look forward to trying this recipe because steamed puds are very close to my heart - especially with the advent of winter.
Read MoreDaphnes' Yo-Yo biscuits are out of this world – so I’m told. The story goes that there was not a person who could be satisfied with only one.
Read MoreWhile waiting for water to boil for her and her brothers' bath ‘Nan’ would spoil them with freshly-made crumpets that were always served with butter and apricot or strawberry jam. To ensure complete decadence the rule was to eat these as they popped out of pan.
Read MoreLa Popote’s Pear, Hazelnut and Chocolate Cake is something I must go and try especially that they are now just around the corner from me in Hilton.
Read MoreThe Powa Bars from the Farmer’s Daughter, a spot I have been meaning to go to for ages now, are extremely healthy and yummy at the same time.
Read MoreWhat is any meal without Barbz’s health bread. A recipe to keep.
Read MoreMy almond-and-potato dauphinoise (fancy name for a cream-based potato bake) is a firm favourite and I wish all chefs would put as much love into cooking as Elaine did when she made this for our recipe test and photo shoot. Hands-down it’s the best daupinoise I have ever eaten. It has the perfect balance of crunch to creaminess. Elaine and I have a love affair with potatoes which means we could never go on the Banting diet. Potatoes and almonds help relieve headaches so I know what I’ll do when next I feel one of those coming on.
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