by MJF | Apr 16, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Bread, Easter, English, Good Friday, Mixed Spice (Baking)
Hot Cross Buns There’s nothing quite like baking fresh hot cross buns at home. Here’s a traditional recipe to bring the magic of these spiced, fruit-filled delights into your kitchen. Kitchen MixerMixing BowlsSet Scales & Measuring CupsPastry BrushMixing...
by MJF | Mar 21, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, English, Pastry
Scones Light and fluffy, perfect for afternoon tea, with or without raisins. Mixing BowlsRubber SpatulaRolling PinRound CutterBaking Tray 1 lb Flour2 tsps. Baking Powder1 tsp. Salt2 oz Castor Sugar4 oz Butter4 oz Raisins (Optional)1 tsp. Lemon Peel (grated)½ Pint...
by MJF | Mar 21, 2025 | Baking, English, Mixed Herbs, Pastry, Snacks, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Cheddar Cheese and Herb Scones This is a delightful savoury variation on the traditional teatime item. Mixing BowlWhiskWooden SpoonSet Scales & Measuring CupsRolling PinRound CutterSmall BowlPastry BrushBaking Tray 1 lb Flour2 tsps. Baking Powder1 tsp. Salt1 Pinch...
by MJF | Mar 21, 2025 | Baking, Bread, Irish, Pastry, World Cuisines
Traditional Irish Soda Bread This simple yet delicious Irish Soda Bread is a staple in Irish households. With its crisp crust and tender crumb, it pairs beautifully with a hearty beef and Guinness stew, or equally well with butter and jam. Mixing BowlBaking Tray 4...
by MJF | Sep 20, 2024 | Baking, Bread, Hot Appetisers
Pizza Margherita The original from Naples, easily made at home. Kitchen MixerSet Measuring Cups & SpoonsMixing BowlsGraterRolling PinPizza StonePizza Paddle or Thin TrayPizza Wheel ¼ Cup Whole Wheat Flour3½ Cups AP Flour2 tsp Active Dry Yeast2 tsp Kosher Salt2 tsp...
by MJF | Sep 14, 2024 | Baking, Hot Desserts, Pastry
Coffee Mug Brownie A quick and surprisingly good chocolate treat! Coffee MugMeasuring Spoons 2 Tbsp. Milk (or water)2 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil4 Tbsp. Flour4 Tbsp. Icing Sugar2 Tbsp. Cocoa Powder½ tsp. Vanilla ExtractChocolate Syrup and Cream for serving. Measure the milk...
