Category Archives: Classic recipes

Luscious Egg Custard Tart

Posted on April 6, 2012 by

My second eggy Easter recipe is for a very traditional egg custard tart. A childhood favourite of mine custard tarts now come in all shapes and sizes from the wonderful Portuguese Nata tarts , via custards flavoured with everything from … Continue reading →

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Scotch Eggs for Easter

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

I’ve been obsessing about Scotch eggs recently. A little late I know, trends these days move so fast that it’s often hard to keep up let alone lead the pack but here I am at last and I do think … Continue reading →

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Pork Cooked in Milk

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

When I first heard of the concept of cooking pork in milk I could think of few dishes that sounded more revolting. Pork? milk? together, quite dreadful. But as soon as I tasted this delicious tender meat I became an … Continue reading →

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Madeleines for tea

Posted on February 4, 2012 by

These lovely scented cakes are quick both to make and to cook. There is an element of technique needed as you start by beating the eggs and sugar to the ribbon stage. If you’ve not done this before the term … Continue reading →

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