Michelin starred chef Tommy Banks understands why proper British fare is so important and this rich, creamy and comforting fish pie is testament to that expertise. Ingredients (serves four) For the mash topping 1½ kg Rooster or Maris Piper potatoes, unpeeled 200ml double cream 50ml milk 50g grated cheddar 50g grated parmesan For the fish […]
Author of The Cake Decorator’s Bible, Angela Nilsen offers this stunning take on a classic British pud. Method Hull the strawberries and cut them in halves or quarters. Strip the blackcurrants and redcurrants – keep both the currants separate from the other fruits. Tip the sugar into a wide, not too deep, saucepan. Measure in […]
The ideal breakfast in bed for mum, let the queen of cuisine, Delia Smith, be your sous chef this Mother’s Day. Ingredients For the sauce 2 large eggs, separated 2 tsp lemon juice 2 tsp white wine vinegar 110g block butter, softened Salt and freshly ground black pepper For the eggs benedict 6 large, very […]
Brussels sprouts – they’re a festive classic that usually divide. Yet with a simple addition of pomegranate and flaked almond, I’m willing to bet even the most doubting of Christmas dinner diners will be won over by what’s on offer. Ingredients Serves 6 500g Brussels sprouts, outer leaves peeled (use small knife to criss cross […]
This is a hearty autumn or early winter version of Minestrone Soup served with a lovely homemade pesto. Containing leeks, carrots, smashed spaghetti, bacon lardons, celery, fennel, chard, cabbage and radish, this dish will definitely up your veg quota! Ingredients 25ml olive oil 1 leek, sliced 1 carrot, diced 75g spaghetti, smashed 100g bacon lardons […]
Following the tragic death of Dave Myers earlier this year, this Victoria Sponge (with a twist of blackberries and spiced cream!) is a poignant tribute to one half of the inspiring culinary duo. Ingredients Sponge Cakes 225g butter, softened 225g caster sugar 4 eggs 225g self-raising flour 1½ tbsp (30ml) lemon juice Icing sugar or […]
As a master baker and judge of ITV’s Britain’s Best Bakery, Peter Sidwell knows a thing or two about hot cross buns, as this fragrant and delicious recipe testifies. Ingredients For the buns: 25g unsalted butter 500g strong flour (50:50 white and wholemeal), plus extra white flour for dusting 7g yeast & salt 50g caster […]
She’s the undisputable queen of Christmas, but Nigella Lawson doesn’t just have you covered for the big day, she also knows exactly how to use up those Christmas lunch leftovers. Though written as an actual recipe, the doyenne of dining makes it clear that the quantities are meant to be a guide only. They are […]
A classic pumpkin pie recipe, and how to make the most of your Halloween leftovers. Ingredients Serves four 750g/1lb 10oz pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled, deseeded and cut into chunks 350g sweet shortcrust pastry plain flour, for dusting 140g caster sugar ½ tsp salt ½ tsp fresh nutmeg, grated 2tsp cinnamon 2 eggs, beaten 25g butter, melted 175ml milk 1 tbsp icing sugar Top Tips Don’t concern yourself […]
Make the most of summer berries with this delectable pie… perfect with a dollop of fresh cream! Ingredients For the pastry: 225g cold unsalted butter chopped into small pieces 350g plain flour 50g icing sugar Pinch of salt 1 large egg yolk For the filling: 800g of berries such as strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherries or […]
These delicious and easy-to-make biscuits are great to bake with children as they can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. Experiment with all sorts of flavours by using different oils. This recipe features in the Chilterns Recipe Book (available via chilternsrecipebook.co.uk and many local shops). The book celebrates the best independent food […]
These easy-to-make truffles are perfect for last-minute Christmas gifts or a special after-dinner treat. You can fill them with all sorts of flavours and textures. Turn them into snowball truffles by rolling them in desiccated coconut. This recipe features in The Chilterns Recipe Book (available now), produced and compiled by Rebecca Fleckney, which celebrates the […]