Recipes that Mum makes – they’re not all strictly English but they do all include her particular interpretations of David, Grigson, Stewart, Jaffrey and Smith.
The best defence [against Great British Bake Off hunger] is a good offence.
The plummiest of sauces to eat with gammon or any leftover roast meats
What to bring to the next vicars and tarts garden party.
A desperate attempt to use up the puff pastry lurking at the back of my freezer. Tasty, though.
Complex crispy/crumbly biscuits that are perfect with blue cheese.
A delicious, slow cooked beef stew with brisket, leeks and orange zest – 15 minutes to prepare, 2 hours in a low oven... and dinner is served!
Wholemeal cheese scones with a gorgeous tang from the Marmite glaze.
Date and oat slice with omega-3 rich seeds - a delicious, fast and easy homemade energy bar.
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