Monthly Archives: July 2013

Luscious Lime Ice Cream

– “Lick a Luscious Lime Lolly” is probably a better tongue- twister than “Lick a Luscious Lime Ice Cream” but hey, its a title. I like it and I’m sticking to it. This easy recipe is perfect for the glorious … Continue reading

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Buttermilk Scones

– I have recently posted “Speedy Scones” and “Cheesy Scones”. I make no apology whatsoever for posting another scone recipe. I love them and have developed a slight obsession for cream teas. This has necessitated even longer walks for Mango … Continue reading

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Strawberry Jam- A Simple Family Favourite

– Everyone has their favourite jam. Even people who say they don’t like jam much (who?)- go on ask them, they still can tell you their favourite. Personally, my favourites are raspberry or blackcurrant, both of which I love on … Continue reading

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Fat Rascals- Scrummy Rascals

– How can anyone resist a recipe for something called Fat Rascals?!  Fat Rascals are a traditional Yorkshire treat. They are affectionately known in our family just as “Rascals”. They are fat though. They are an interesting cross between a … Continue reading

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Multi-Seed Loaf- Quick, Healthy And No Need to Knead!

– Don’t get me wrong, I am NOT Supermum and I’m not an organic guru. I do buy bread as well as make it. I just can’t seem to bring myself to actually like bought bread. I find making my … Continue reading

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Spinach, Feta and Dill Picnic Pie

– I constantly look for recipes that are versatile. This one most definitely is. I make it more in the summer but occasionally crave it in winter too. It can be used for entertaining but it is a fantastic picnic … Continue reading

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Lime Curd- Luscious and Luxurious

– I have a teaspoon problem. None in the drawer- all in the dishwasher. It’s a recurring problem, every time I make lemon or lime curd. No, the recipe does not require the use of a multitude of small spoons. … Continue reading

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Cranberry, White Chocolate and Oatmeal Cookies

– Ever compared the ingredients list of shop bought biscuits to their home-made counterparts? Why does it take a list as long as my whole shopping list to make a simple oaty biscuit when we can make them with just … Continue reading

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Chocolate Brownies- Squidgy and Indulgent

– Chocolate brownies are one of those treats that just need a really good, reliable recipe. They are very easy to make and yet taste so impressive- if the recipe is right. With the wrong recipe, several things can happen- … Continue reading

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Baked Scotch Eggs

– My daughter said that these should be called “Yummy, Baked NOT Fried, Non- Slip Scotch Eggs With Squishy Middles”. She is quite right but I did tell her I would have to  to swap the word “Yummy” for “Scrummy”. … Continue reading

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