I know exactly why I decided to cook Penne Rigate alla Vodka this week. It's all the fault of C J Sansom. If I'm alone in the kitchen for any length of time I'll invariably start listening to an audio book. This week it's been 'Dark Fire'. Book 2 in a brilliant series. … [Read more...]
Hot Cross Buns
In my house, Good Friday isn't 'Good Friday' without a Hot Cross Bun. In an ideal world I would have posted this during the Easter holidays, but life happened … and I didn't. Having now downloaded all my photographs - I've decided not to worry about it. After all, Easter … [Read more...]
Apple Cakes
It's just as well I am a woman without much blogging ambition because this will not get pinned, Tumblred or tweeted. Apple Cakes aren't flashy to look at, but you will love me for sharing this recipe. And, I suppose, that's where my ambition lies. I'm imagining you … [Read more...]
Madeira Cake
It's been a cold and blowy week and I've hidden myself away making marmalade - which is a strange way to introduce Madeira Cake, but stay with me. It all begins with Seville oranges - which are a 'blink and you'll miss them' thing. Imported, obviously. You have to buy … [Read more...]
Spaghetti alla carbonara
Spaghetti alla carbonara is an incredibly popular supper in my house. I suppose it's not so very far removed from 'eggs and bacon' which might account for it. Most of the recipes, published in the UK, are rich with double cream ... … but not this one. It does … [Read more...]