‘Perfection’ is a word you hear a lot these days, and particularly in reference to baking. On the baking shows that are currently so popular the judges constantly remind us that they are looking for perfection, and, just in case… Read More ›
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Blueberry Tart – no need to bake the pastry first
Sometimes pastry can seem a bit daunting and time-consuming. This tart uses a sweet pastry that crisps up beautifully while the filling cooks without the need to bake it blind first. We were invited to lunch by my friend Philippa,… Read More ›
Summer Pudding
Summer pudding is striking, simple and delicious. But not hugely photogenic! It is an old-fashioned British dessert that makes use of stale bread and summer berries and I remember eating it as a child. Very little is needed in way… Read More ›
Homemade Blueberry Pancakes for Breakfast
American pancakes are not a breakfast staple in my house, as much as the kids might wish they were. They are really only for weekends or holidays, and rarely is there a weekend when we don’t have to be out… Read More ›
Blueberry Cake
This is one of my favourite cakes and the original recipe comes from the Hummingbird Bakery. I have adapted it slightly. One of the reasons it is so good is that as blueberries are not available all year round (unless you… Read More ›
Blueberry Muffins
Although I am trying really hard eat to food when it is in season, I am finding it hard to kick my blueberry habit that always develops over the summer. Which was lucky because my brother requested blueberry muffins when… Read More ›