Christmas Cake
8oz Plain Flour 8oz of butter or margarine 8oz of soft brown sugar 4 eggs 2 teaspoons of cinnamon 2 teaspoons of powdered ginger 2 teaspoons of nutmeg 1 and 1/2 lbs of mixed dried fruit which…
Cheese & Onion Scones
I must admit that these are THE most delicious cheese scones even though I say so myself! They are heavenly when cut in half and toasted under a grill and served with fresh butter. Ingredients 450g of…
Smoked Salmon Pâté
This is a lovely recipe for an easy, yet indulgent starter or lunch. I love it served with oatcakes but you can have it with Melba toast or a light salad. You will need a couple of…
Easy Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti Carbonara is one of the tastiest spaghetti dishes and one of the most popular in a restaurant. The purists have their own ideas about what a good Carbonara should consist of but my Carbonara is really…
Smoked Haddock Soup
This is a delicious creamy soup made with fresh vegetables and flakes of Smoked Haddock. Ingredients 2 peeled and chopped carrots 2 peeled and chopped medium potatoes 1 leek 1 small peeled and diced swede 2 rashers…
Nanny’s Shortbread
As a Scot, the one of the things we are famous for is our shortbread. Many grandmother’s in Scotland have friendly rivalries over their ‘secret’ shortbread recipes. I have to tell you that my mother’s recipe is…
Parmesan Crust Cauliflower
This is a delicious accompaniment to a barbeque or as a vegetarian option brightening up the humble cauliflower. It is so easy to do and just so tasty it will be a hit whenever you make it.…
Crispy Salad Onions
I’ve been asked many times about Crispy Salad Onions, and why I have them in some of my recipes or where to buy them. They are totally delicious when added to Cheese and Bacon Scones or Roast…
Victoria Sponge
The best recipe for a delicious, light and fluffy Victoria Sponge. This is such a quick and easy cake to make and yet when you have finished it will look very professional. You can make the plain…