Recipezaar: English,Breads recipes

Fat Free Malt Loaf

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 07:34:05 -0500

Unlike some malt loafs, this doesn't use yeast to rise. This is a type of cake-like bread eaten in slices with tea. I like it with butter, but some people don't. -- posted by Sascha

Easy Old Fashioned English Sticky Gingerbread Loaf

Sat, 10 Mar 2007 14:03:45 -0500

Just the smell of this gingerbread loaf whilst it's baking is redolent of when I was a little girl and staying at my grandparent's old cottage..........and, it is so easy to make. Plus, there are not many ingredients to it and yet, it is the recipe I always turn to when I feel like real old-fashioned sticky gingerbread! My grandmother used to serve it in thick slices with butter; it nearly always appeared on the tea table at least once a week! This is also wonderful served up as a Pudding type cake, warm with custard or cream, delicious! Oh yes, this gingerbread only contains 2 ounces of fat in it, making it low fat as well as very tasty! -- posted by French Tart

(Relatively) Healthy Oatmeal Scones

Sun, 25 Mar 2007 20:15:21 -0400

After finding an old scone recipe in the crevices of my kitchen, I experimented a little and it turned into a low fat--but still delicious!--treat, great for breakfast, snacks, or afternoon tea. These are best warm, split in half and spread with jam, preserves, butter, and/or clotted cream. Also great with a hot cup of tea. =) -- posted by slicedpeaches

Traditional Fruity and Spiced Hot Cross Buns: Bread-Maker

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 15:03:05 -0400

A wonderful old family recipe for HUGE and very light spiced Hot Cross Buns! I discovered that most of the hard work is taken out of making these, by proving & kneading them in the Bread Maker/Machine......unless you NEED to expel any frustrations, and then you MUST knead these yourself! You can make the crosses by either marking them before baking or, as I have done, by putting thinly rolled pastry crosses on top. An absolute "must" for the Spring and Easter Tea table! I also make these throughout the rest of the year - minus the crosses - for fruity, spiced English style teacakes! -- posted by French Tart

English Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake (Zwt Three)

Thu, 24 May 2007 10:35:11 -0400

A fairly simple coffee cake. A great treat for yourself and the family yet pretty enough for company. This is being posted for the British/Irish section of the tour. -- posted by JanetC-KY

Scones

Thu, 24 May 2007 16:47:49 -0400

For ZAAR World Tour - England Recipe source: Saveur (May 2005) -- posted by ellie_

Lardy Jacks & Johnny Boys (Medieval English Sweet Cakes)

Thu, 24 May 2007 23:05:19 -0400

This recipe is actually 3 in 1. The base for this is a Basic English Egg Dough and then 2 variations of the recipes These are really quite nice, they are like a sweet bisquit. I got this recipe when I was helping my daughter a school project. The original recipe dates back to the 17th century. It was almost impossible to read (I'm not sure if that was they way they wrote back then or a literacy issue) Anyway this a modernized version. It was really kind of fun since I enjoyed the recipe I kept it. -- posted by Marlitt

Devonshire Cream for Scones

Fri, 25 May 2007 14:47:50 -0400

This goes with Recipe #230397 and is also great to serve with trifle or other desserty things instead of straight whipped cream. Excellent poured over fruit salad too. -- posted by Debber

Devonshire Cream for Skinny Scones

Fri, 25 May 2007 14:47:45 -0400

This goes great with my Recipe #230397 especially if you're making the basic scone recipe, then you have room to add a few RICH calories like cream cheese! This is excellent as an alternative to regular (boring?) whipped cream on pies or cakes, too. -- posted by Debber

Bed & Breakfast Scones

Sat, 26 May 2007 13:41:36 -0400

Started making these years ago; when oldest daughter was in high school, she'd request these whenever a friend stayed over for the weekend. Serve with Recipe #230378, Recipe #230379, Recipe #208953 or your favorite jam with butter. TIME-SAVING TIP: Line up several zip-top, quart-size bags (I do 10 at a time [10 bags = 10 recipes]), then pour in the dry ingredients, then label and store in a cool, dark spot in the pantry. At meal-time, dump one bag into mixing bowl and proceed. This works for pancakes, cornbread and pizza, too! Easy for the kids to whip a batch together, too! -- posted by Debber

Traditional English Tea Time Scones With Jam and Cream

Mon, 28 May 2007 20:40:36 -0400

Eat these hot, split & spread with fresh churned butter, fresh cream and homemade jam, preferably strawberry........not forgetting to lick your fingers afterwards - discreetly! These always made an appearance on my Mum and Grandmother's Afternoon Tea Table....it's simply expected my dear! You can also add dried fruit to these to make traditional fruit scones, such as sultanas, currants and raisins; I have added that option in the recipe. The traditional English Cream Tea is very popular in the South West of England, especially in Devon and Cornwall - there you will be offered a pot of tea with fluffy warm scones, butter, cream and strawberry jam. In Devon, you will be served double Devon cream and in Cornwall, you will be offered clotted cream thats the main difference. -- posted by French Tart

Oaten Rolls

Mon, 28 May 2007 22:15:11 -0400

I "invented" these this morning to go with some lentil soup I made for lunch today. This recipe makes 9 rolls. You can also make a small loaf. As I am British I cook in pounds and ounces and I'm afraid that cups are a bit of a mystery to me so please excuse my measurements. As I have an AGA range I don't know the oven temperature in centigrade but it is the same temperature that you would normally cook bread i.e. hot. -- posted by Tinyclanger

Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese Scones - Strictly for Grown Ups!

Tue, 29 May 2007 08:54:49 -0400

Well, why share this delectable cheese with the children?! I discovered this recipe whilst at home in England - it was on a leaflet given out by the Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese company - I have made these twice now, and this is my slightly adapted recipe based on the original. A little bit of history about this superb English cheese.......Simon Jones, who started to make Lincolnshire Poacher, is the fourth generation to be running the farm, which has been in the family since 1917. It is situated on the edge of the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds about ten miles from the east coast. The lush pastures sit on chalky land, which enables him to have a successful dairy herd in an area where dairy farms are very scarce and cheesemaking is virtually unknown. This cheddar-like unpasteurized cheese is the Supreme Champion at the British Cheese Awards, and is buttery, smooth, and nutty in taste. The sharp flavour will linger on your palate. It is aged anywhere from 18-24 months. -- posted by French Tart

Bath Buns

Tue, 29 May 2007 16:39:51 -0400

These wonderful little breads have several steps, since they sport three different glazes. As the name indicates, these reportedly originate from the city of Bath, England. Though they are a bit busy, they are delicious. Posted for ZWT III. -- posted by pattikay in L.A.

Popovers With Gruyere

Thu, 31 May 2007 11:23:40 -0400

The last time I visited Bath, England, I had these to-die-for-don't-care-how-many-calories-are-in-here-popovers! I searched for the recipe and found it in Bon Appetit, 2004. Hope you like these as much as I do! -- posted by Trinkets

Strawberry Scones

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 22:30:26 -0400

The ordinary scone is too often plain and dry. This version is deliciously different. Made with fresh, juicy strawberries, it has a moist texture and a buttery flavor that's sure to please. Add a bit of lemon zest and a glittery topping of sugar -- two jobs just right for kids -- and you have a scone that's extraordinarily good. For ZWT 3 Great Britian-Ireland -- posted by superblondieno2

Berry, Berry Good Muffins

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 13:01:55 -0400

Fresh berries are prolific in the Pacific Northwest during the summer, but we freeze them to use all year round. These are delectable in them morning or at teatime. The muffin is the perfect support for a mixture of raspberries, blueberries and blackberries, for a change try a single type. Fresh or frozen berries can be used. The topping is an extra delight, but can be ommited. -- posted by momaphet

Orange Almond Scones from Sunny California

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 13:17:56 -0400

These are a little more involved than some scones, but still quick and delicious. I love them with raspberry jam and whipped cream. Wonderful in the morning or at teatime. -- posted by momaphet

Grannies Cheese Scone Recipe

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 20:58:30 -0400

These cheese scones are sooo tasty! My mum originally got the recipe from a Be-Ro recipe book around 20 years ago but I still make them for everyone. My 5 year old son is always asking for them and even doubled up we never seem to have enough. These freeze REALLY well and are great for picnics, trips, packed lunches etc. -- posted by Um Safia

Cheesy Sun-Dried Tomato Scones

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 16:33:16 -0400

These cheese scones are made with sun dried tomatos which is a beautiful combination. You can also swap the tomato for black olives for something different. When cooked properly, these scones are slightly crispy on the outside and lovely and fluffy in the middle. Open them up when still warm and put butter, soft cheese etc inside or have them plain as they are just as nice! These scones freeze very well & are great for packed lunches and picnics etc. -- posted by Um Safia

Date and Walnut Cake

Sun, 10 Jun 2007 12:43:30 -0400

My new recipe for this popular cake. I use ground walnuts in the mix and halved and chopped nuts. The cake can be finished with a butter/sugar filling. -- posted by Brian H

Old Fashioned English Lavender Tea Scones

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 21:02:50 -0400

When I was back home in England recently, I visited a local lavender farm called Wold's Way Lavender in North Yorkshire; we had tea and these delicious lavender scones in their delightful little tea room; this is my attempt to recreate those scones - using some of my home-grown culinary lavender from the garden here in France! I have made them several times now and they have turned out just as I remembered them, especially good if split whilst still warm, buttered and spread with lavender honey or lavender-infused cream! Just a note of interest......lavender was often used during Tudor and Elizabethan times in the preparation of a wide variety of dishes and was a particular favourite of Queen Elizabeth I. The palace gardeners were required to have lavender flowers available at all times which were used to make Conserve of Lavender (a mixture of lavender flowers and sugar) and sweet lavender tisane, a drink made with lavender flowers, boiling water and honey. -- posted by French Tart

Wonderful Strawberry and Blueberry Muffins (Or Cupcakes)

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 22:15:23 -0400

This recipe is quite an old one that I've had tucked away. It makes 9 regular muffins or approx. 18 cupcakes. NB, if making this recipe as cupcakes, reduce cooking time to just 15-20 mins as they are smaller and cook quicker! -- posted by Um Safia

Cheddar and Onion Flat Bread

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 14:33:03 -0400

This easy, cheesy bread makes a fabulous snack and a truly tasty accompaniment to all manner of meals. -- posted by English_Rose

My Grandmother's Fat Free English Tea Loaf - Bread

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 20:10:22 -0400

This is my grandmother's recipe which I have adapted slightly - my Mum also makes this regularly! There is no fat, butter or oil in this lovely, moist Tea Bread, making it a treat that can be enjoyed on a regular basis. Feel free to use your favourite tea, I often make this with Earl Grey and Lapsang Souchong. Also make sure that the fruit soaks for at least 12 hours - that's what plumps up the fruit and keeps this Tea Bread so moist. I have never felt the need to add spices, the taste of the tea and the fruit is tasty enough. This makes two loaves - they keep well in a tin or can be frozen with great success. -- posted by French Tart

Cream Scones

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 11:47:44 -0400

Courtesy Cook's Illustrated Magazine. Oatmeal-Raisin Scones: substitute 1 cup rolled oats for 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Increase sugar to 4 tablespoons and butter to 6 tablespoons. Replace currants with 3/4 cup raisins. Ginger Scones: substitute 1/2 cup chopped crystallized ginger for currants. -- posted by DrGaellon

Easy Cheesy Crab Crescents

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 21:59:31 -0400

This is an appetizer that is so good for parties and just a few company that you will be sure to make it again and again. -- posted by MizEmerilLagasse

Strawbee Scones

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 17:08:11 -0400

Think Redwall! I got this off of a Redwall site a while back. I have made them numerous times, and they are GOOD! Serve with lashings of whipped cream. -- posted by Snicklefritzie

Awesome Almond Scones

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 22:15:41 -0400

I have no idea where I got this recipe, but it is awesome! I love almond in anything and they go together quickly. -- posted by Snicklefritzie

Parmesan, Basil, & Sun-Dried Tomato Scones

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 16:01:20 -0400

These are lovely savory scones, a perfect addition to a meal of a hearty soup and/or a salad. -- posted by KLHquilts

Dad's Singing Hinnie

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 14:52:16 -0400

The singing hinnie was so called because, as it cooks, it makes a sizzling noise. An old tale is told of how this large tea-time scone first became known as a singing hinnie. A north country housewife was baking this scone for tea and on repeatedly being asked by her children if it was ready to eat, her final reply was "No, it's just singing, hinnies". (Hinnies is a Geordie (northeast England) term of endearment for children and loved ones.) -- posted by Stellacaster

Rustic Flower Pot Bread Loaves or Bread Rolls

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 01:17:31 -0400

These Flower Pot bread loaves or bread rolls will certainly be a point of conversation and no doubt bring gasps of pleasure and admiration when you serve them! Moreover, they are so easy to make especially if you start your dough off in a bread machine. Bread was originally baked in terracotta or clay pots, so these are not so different from old fashioned bread made many years ago. You must make sure your flower pots are seasoned before you bake in them, but once they are seasoned they are ready to be used over and over again. I have added a list of suggested extras, and I always like to sprinkle mixed seeds on top of these - they almost look like seeds that have been sown in the flower pots! I have listed ingredients for basic white bread here, but you can add wholewheat, granary or rye flour if you would like a variation. I am sorry, but I have to say it, these flower pot loaves or rolls should turn out "Blooming Marvellous"! Had to be said! Have fun. NB: Strong white flour is the British culinary term for bread flour, flour that is used in breadmaking with a high gluten content. All purpose flour is NOT strong bread flour and will NOT give the desired results in this bread recipe. It NEVER crossed my mind that anyone would think that old flower pots are used in this recipe!! LOL! PLEASE use new plant pots and season them before baking the bread in them, as stated in the recipe..........I hope that helps those of you who may have been "lost in translation"!) -- posted by French Tart

Sun-Dried Tomato and Cottage Cheese Muffins (Vegetarian)

Sat, 06 Oct 2007 18:34:39 -0400

From *Vegetarian Supercook* by Rose Elliot ("an accomplished UK-based cookbook author who focuses on vegetarian recipes") comes this unique & tempting muffin recipe. The intro contained a wealth of info: "Not only does their cottage cheese & grd almond base make them a smarter way to start the day, but the combo of tomatoes, cheese & basil baking in a hot oven makes your kitchen smell like a pizzeria. The texture here isn't attempting to emulate traditional flour-based muffins. These are much moister, less bready & more quiche-like." *Enjoy* ! -- posted by twissis

Yorkshire Pudding: Even Better Than My Grandma's

Mon, 08 Oct 2007 21:53:34 -0400

It pains me to admit that I've discarded my grandma's yorkshire pudding in favor of this one from Delicious magazine. This one uses sparkling water as a secret (shhh!) ingredient. Yum, yum, I love yorkshire pudding! -- posted by Ppaperdoll

Sweet Coffee House Scones II

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 01:37:59 -0400

I was playing around with my original recipe and came up with this version, which I think is a bit more moist. I usually divide the dough in 2 and then add my mix ins so that I get two flavors from one batch. You could easily halve the recipe too. Our current favorites for mix ins are blueberries (usually need to add a little more flour to the mix) and triple chocolate chip. -- posted by C. Taylor

Chelsea Buns

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 22:50:43 -0400

A cup of tea and a sweet bun...heaven! Chelsea buns are a sweet, sticky treat something like a schnecken or cinnamon roll. -- posted by Molly53

Lincolnshire Plum Bread

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 22:51:21 -0400

Raisin bread maximized! Lovely with tea or coffee. -- posted by Molly53

Old Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie in a Pan

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 13:54:01 -0400

From start-to-finish, this is a "feel good" dinner--it screams "Home Cookin'" and "I love you!"...in sweet tones, of course! Use your bread machine for the dough (like I do) or make from scratch on your own (more brownie points!). Not a "fast" or "simple" recipe...but WELL-WORTH the effort (wait'll you hear the sighs of delight---you'll know what I mean). COOKING time does NOT include bread-machine cycle. -- posted by Debber

Darjeeling Cranberry, Ginger and Orange Tea Loaf: Fat-Free

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 23:15:19 -0500

A delectable and easy Tea Loaf with aromatic and fruity flavours! The beauty of these British and Irish style Tea Loaves or Brack, is that they are nearly always fat-free, making them a tasty snack to have with an afternoon cuppa, and without the guilt! I have added ginger for a subtle kick, and I have discovered that if you soak your fruit in Darjeeling tea, it lends a wonderful flavour to the fruit, you can use any tea of your choice however. Remember to start this Tea Loaf off the night before you wish to bake it, as the fruit steeps in the tea overnight, making them plump and moist. This Tea Loaf freezes well (in slices) and it will stay fresh for a week in an airtight tin. NB: A note on ingredient conversions to US cups; The conversion rate to US cups is very dependant on what type of sugar and flour you use - there is a different rate for white flour and wholemeal flour, as there is for caster (superfine) sugar and granulated sugar. We use weights for measurements, and US cups rely on volume! -- posted by French Tart

Milk Bread

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 23:37:53 -0500

I found this recipe in The Great Victorian Cookbook by John Midgley, published in 1995...It's a fascinating cookbook about Victorian era cooking. I particularly want to try making this bread someday and thought it best to place here for safekeeping! -- posted by Cookin'withGas

Christmas Morning Jewelled Muffin Mix in a Jar

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 17:14:31 -0500

Delightful festive spiced muffins, studded with jewel coloured fruit and nuts - just the thing for Christmas morning! I love all types of "mixes" in a jar! Soups, biscuits, spices, cookies and cake mixes etc! However, this muffin mix is my favourite - it makes a wonderful gift, or I make it for us, as it looks so pretty & festive sitting in the kitchen waiting to be baked! Try to use really colourful dried fruits with a good mix of tastes and textures. For those of you who cannot source Mixed Spice, an essential ingredient, I have a recipe posted on Zaar: Recipe #266688. This muffin mix is always popular as a gift, and I do try to find unusual shaped jars and hand-made paper or card for the baking instructions. A wooden spoon tied around the neck of the jar is another winning idea - and don't forget the Holly sprig! -- posted by French Tart

White Ladies Pudding - Nun's Bread and Butter Pudding

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 03:24:00 -0500

The Dominican nuns of Worcestershire, in England, created a tasty bread pudding that became known as 'White Ladies Pudding' due to the familiar white habits of the Order. The recipe is well worth reviving and is an unusual variation on the more usual fruited bread and butter pudding. I found this recipe on a British sugar website, and have enjoyed making it so much, that I thought I would share the recipe with all of you - this is my slightly amended recipe based on the original. (Orginal recipe taken from Billington's Sugar) -- posted by French Tart

Sally Lunn Bread

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 02:12:49 -0500

Sally Lunn bread is a slightly sweet, brioche-like bread. It is believed to have been named for a late 18th century baker, named (what else?!) Sally Lunn, in Bath, England. Good fresh out of the oven or topped with jam, whipped cream or berries for any "anytime of the day" special treat. Try baking in Bundt pan for an attractive presentation. (Recipe source: Southern Living magazine) -- posted by Jug O'Mud

Jam and Cheesecake Loaf

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 19:25:21 -0500

Here is an easy, delicious, attractive make ahead breakfast bread. You assemble and refrigerate it the day before. Bake it while you do something else like during your morning shower:) The hardest thing is finding refrigerator space to store it overnight. It is a very popular staff treat. -- posted by WiGal

Auberge Cheddar Cheese and Ham Breakfast Buns - Muffins

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:21:52 -0500

These are what the French call "cakes" - they are little savoury buns or muffins - and are always requested for breakfasts in the Auberge. They are delicious split and spread with herb and garlic cheese when warm - or serve them alongside hot soups, stews, chilli or casseroles! I have also made these with grated Gruyere cheese as well as Emmenthal....the trick is to use a mature and strong tasting cheese. I have suggested using smoked ham in this recipe - it just gives a wonderful extra flavour to these delicious buns/muffins. They freeze well and are easily reheated, if you have any left! We often have these for Christmas morning breakfast or brunch with the optional chives added, and then spread with smoked salmon butter - divine! -- posted by French Tart

Upside Down Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 19:56:52 -0500

For the Make It Healthier tag game, I lightened up MsSally's"Recipe #277875, #277875", by using low fat yogurt, skim milk, eliminating the vegetable shortening, and adding apples. This would be good with peaches or apricots, too. -- posted by WiGal

Bourbon Biscuits

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 22:41:39 -0500

A real old favourite from the UK, this biscuit was created in 1910 by the Peek Freans biscuit company. It is basically two chocolate biscuits sandwiched together with a chocolate flavoured cream filling and this recipe attempts to replicate the biscuit greenchronicle.com -- posted by jas kaur

Blueberry Scones

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 23:22:43 -0500

These are delicious blueberry scones from Martha Stewart -- no, not my creation. The dough can be very sticky, so I recommend rolling and cutting them on a sheet of parchment paper. They will be slightly purple if you use canned blueberries, since they burst a lot more, but they are delicious either way. -- posted by Caught By the Taste Buds

Nutty As a Fruitcake (Healthy Version)

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 18:57:33 -0500

I hated fruitcake until I tried this. It took me 2 years to get the recipe from a friend at church. I am patient. It was worth the wait. A little history from Christmas Corner-Traditions: Fruitcake has been a holiday tradition for hundreds of years. The oldest references to fruitcake date back to Roman times, when the recipe included pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, and raisins mixed into barley mash. In Europe in the 1700s, a ceremonial type of fruitcake was baked at the end of the nut harvest and consumed the following year to celebrate the beginning of the next harvest. In the 18th century in England, there were laws restricting the use of plum cake (the generic word for dried fruit at the time) to Christmas, Easter, weddings, christenings, and funerals. Between 1837 and 1901, fruitcake was popular. It is said Queen Victoria received a fruitcake for her birthday one year, and legend has it, she put it aside for a year as a sign of restraint, moderation, and good taste. It is the custom in England for unmarried wedding guests to put a slice of the cake, traditionally a dark fruitcake, under their pillow at night so they will dream of the person they will marry. Fruitcake is full of healthy nutrients. The fruit and fiber in fruitcake is loaded with anti-oxidants, molecules that protect cells from disease and damage. The cakes contain a lot of sugar which means that water activity will be low, which keeps mold from forming and makes the cake last a long time. A fruitcake can last several months. If there's no mold, it's safe to eat, even if it has been around a while. But fruitcakes can't last forever. -- posted by Sharon123

English Yorkshire Pudding

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:46:50 -0500

Serve with roast beef. -- posted by Olha

Onion Bread

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:28:15 -0500

I got this one off the back of a packet of Sainsbury's yeast. I haven't tried it yet but thought it looked interesting. Makes quite a lot though so it might be worth halving the recipe. -- posted by Jacqdav

Mom's Dinner Rolls

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 01:15:30 -0500

My mother has been making these for years. Our family loves them, and hope you do too. I use my mixer and dough hook to make. Thank you Chef#37636 for noticing that I forgot to put in the last part of the directions and have now included:) -- posted by WiGal

Betty's of York Tea Room Fat Rascals - Fruit Buns/Scones

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 23:13:56 -0400

When I worked in York, I used to nip down to Betty's of York Tea Rooms in my lunch break and treat myself to one of these delicious buns! Actually, they are a cross between a bun and a scone, and Betty's Fat Rascals differ from some other recipes, as they have whole blanched almonds and glace cherries on top! The origin of the name is unknown, but they are thought to have been made since the mid 19th Century - under the name of Fat Rascals! They originate from Yorkshire and Durham, and are very popular in most bakeries in the North East of England. These tasty fruit and peel buns are wonderful with a cuppa, to take on a picnic or, to tuck into a lunch box for the hungry workers and children! The original recipe uses lard, probably where the word "Fat" comes from - but I am not a lover of lard, so I have specified butter. A poignant historical note: A few years after Bettys opened its doors in York war broke out, and Bettys in particular the basement Bettys Bar became a favourite haunt of thousands of airmen stationed around York. Bettys Mirror, on which many of them engraved their signatures with a diamond pen, remains on display today as a fitting tribute to their bravery, as obviously, some never came back. (NB: I note that a reviewer has said these are NOT Betty's Fat Rascals!! Well of course they aren't, as I don't have the "secret" recipe - but they are a very close match! There are dozens of Fat Rascals recipes throughout Yorkshire, this recipe is as close as you will get outside Betty's Tea Room! Enjoy them as a typical Yorkshire treat, as I still do in France!) -- posted by French Tart

Scottish Baps - Soft Morning Bread Rolls

Wed, 07 May 2008 19:35:43 -0400

These classic Scottish bread rolls are so easy to make - with only one kneading required. They are soft with a distinctive floured finish and are excellent for all manner of fillings, but especially bacon or cheese and salad. These baps are quite wide without much height, and they must only be baked for a maximum of 10 minutes in order to maintain their soft texture. Preparation time includes the proving and kneading time. They are best eaten on the day that they are made - they are delicious toasted the next day however. -- posted by French Tart

Traditional Cottage Loaf - Old Fashioned Rustic English Bread

Fri, 16 May 2008 19:07:43 -0400

Just the shape of this traditional loaf of bread is reminiscent of ploughman's lunches and warm cottage kitchens! A delightfully shaped loaf of bread, which represents all that is rustic and rural in Britain, but especially England. This bread keeps well and makes lovely, if odd shaped sandwiches! Cut the loaf into wedges and serve with freshly churned butter and a hunk of mature Cheddar cheese, maybe with a pickled onion or two. Quintessential British bread at its best. This reminds me of baking days in my grandmothers old cottage, sitting in her warm and cosy kitchen; she would have baked this in her wood burning Aga stove, as I sometimes do in the winter when my Godin wood burning stove is working. I often leave the first batch of dough to prove and rise overnight - leave it in a cool but NOT cold place, and then continue shaping and proving it next morning. We used to call this wooden spoon bread when we were little, as you push a wooden spoon down through the two loaves to stick them together before baking! Preparation time includes the proving of the dough - but NOT the overnight method! -- posted by French Tart

English Rum Bread (Abm)

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:52:58 -0400

I just found this and haven't had a chance to try it yet but it sure looks interesting. -- posted by Annacia

Puff Ball Rolls With Tomato Caesar Salad - Bbc Saturday Kitchen

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 21:59:55 -0400

This is the most ingenious presentation. it will amaze your guests. It worth the effort. -- posted by Dropbear

Orange Cranberry Scones

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:46:35 -0400

I threw this together yesterday with ingredients already in my pantry. I think this may be good with some crystallized ginger thrown in there but that's something that I don't keep on hand. -- posted by Queen Dana

Eggless Tender Flaky Scones

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:22:52 -0500

This lovely textured scone is from a chef at Hastings House, Canada. The key to its tenderness is not overhandling the dough. Best served with clotted cream, whipped cream with a touch of powdered sugar or marmalade. It's the easiest, best tasting scones I've ever come across. -- posted by RotiJala

Lavender and Honey Shortbread

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:38:46 -0500

Delight guests with a buttery lavender shortbread. The subtle floral flavor of dried lavender lends the perfect accent to this traditional cookie There was a paragraph about Chef Cat Cora, being the spice amassador for the McCormick Gourmet Collections, and she suggested that this would be a special holiday treat! -- posted by Manami

Wilma Lulows Steamed Plum Pudding

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:20:44 -0500

from darlene kans old recipes again amount of flour not given again -- posted by Dienia B.

Our Daily Bread in a Crock - Weekly Make and Bake Rustic Bread

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:41:50 -0500

Make up a large batch of rustic artisanal bread dough, store it and then bake a loaf each day you need fresh bread, amazing but true! This is a hodge podge of old fashioned English and French rustic bread recipes; the bread dough is made up ahead of time and stored (in the old days) in an earthenware crock or bowl, with a lid. You tear a piece of the dough off as and when you want to bake a loaf of bread. Easy! I use this style of bread dough regularly in the B and B, so I can always have fresh bread or bread rolls on hand for breakfast. You can add other types of flour to the basic white batch, as long as the ratio remains the same - you can mix rye or wholewheat flour with the white, or add herbs, onions, seeds, fruit and other flavourings. The dough can be used as soon as the initial proving has finished, but it will keep in a cool place or a fridge for a week or two - I do not recommend longer than 2 weeks however. The dough can be used for free form bread loaves, in bread tins, as rolls or other shapes. I have kept this technique and recipe to myself for a while, but I have decided to share it on Zaar now, mainly as my daughter keeps asking for the basic dough recipe! I notice that this type of long-term or long-life bread dough has made a revival in a new book called Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day; this recipe however, is a very old technique and method, dough was always made up for the week and then kept in the cold room or pantry for daily baking. My grandmother who lived in a 600 year old cottage in Northern England, used to have a stone slab in the Pantry where she kept her crock and dough, I remember sticking my finger in it!! This amount makes about 4 to 5 loaves of bread, depending on the weight and shape of the bread that you bake. -- posted by French Tart

Magical Christmas Fairy Cakes - Christmas Fairy Cupcakes

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:43:49 -0500

Some recipe classics never go out of fashion and fairy cakes top the list They are the stuff of childhood memories: just one nibble can transport you back in time and even today, no self-respecting children's birthday party would be without them. That said, why should the kids have all the fun? With just a little tweaking, fairy cakes can be turned into grown-up fare as well, perfect for a mid-morning coffee break, tea in the afternoon, packed lunch treats, OR for the Christmas tea table. The basic recipe is oh-so-simple so you can keep it plain or indulge yourself with extravagant toppings; for Christmas, I have used fondant icing snowflakes and edible sparkles/cake glitter. Some die-hard purists may omit the vanilla extract but I think fairy cakes are better with it added. Prep time includes the time it takes to decorate the fairy cakes. The edible cake sparkles and glitter is available from most good cake decorating or sugar craft shops. -- posted by French Tart

Cheddar and Chive Yorkshire Puddings

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:08:49 -0500

Traditional with a flair to serve with roast beef! -- posted by KathyP53

Ginger Scones - the Inn at Little Washington

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:01:51 -0500

Serve warm with strawberry jam. Perfect with a hot cup of tea. The scones can be frozen. -- posted by swissms

Individual Savory Horseradish Bread Puddings

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:34:29 -0500

Wonderful with beef tenderloin! -- posted by KathyP53

Victoria Sandwich - Classic English Sponge Cake for Tea Time

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:02:38 -0500

The Victoria Sandwich is the quintessential English cake, conjuring up images of old England and afternoon tea. It's always been a favourite in cake baking competitions and is even used by manufacturers to test new cookers.This is one of the recipes that I use when I make my Victoria Sandwich sponge cake - the other method is posted at the end of the recipe; the ingredients are the same but the weight ratio is slightly different. This method is the original and more traditional way of weighing your ingredients, bearing in mind that the recipe is Victorian! A true Victoria Sandwich would only contain jam, usually raspberry, but as the cake became more popular and cooks became more affluent, cream was added as a delicious addition. I was always taught that caster sugar was sprinkled on top - again, icing sugar is often used nowadays. This recipe adaptation was taken from the WI website, a wonderful organisation in Great Britain for woman of all ages, backgrounds, race or creed - remember The Calendar Girls? They were all WI members! Historical note: Anna, the Duchess of Bedford (1788-1861), one of Queen Victoria's ladies-in-waiting, is credited as the creator of tea time. She invited friends to join her for an additional afternoon meal at five o'clock in her rooms. The menu centred around small cakes, bread and butter sandwiches, assorted sweets, and, of course, tea.The practice of inviting friends to come for tea in the afternoon was quickly picked up by other social hostesses. Queen Victoria adopted the new craze for afternoon tea time. By 1855, the Queen and her ladies were in formal dress for the Victorian tea time parties. This simple cake was one of the queen's favourites and was named in honour of the Queen as a mark of the cake's most devoted followers! (I used home made lemon curd for the cake in my photos, a tangy change from raspberry jam!) -- posted by French Tart

Cakey Scones

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:54:11 -0500

An egg changes the texture and color of the scones and helps them stay fresher longer, up to 2 days in an airtight container. From Cook's Illustrated, 2/2005. -- posted by swissms

Easy Scones

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:20:41 -0500

I tore this out of the newspaper several years ago. One time, I thought I lost it and panicked, so I thought I'd better get it on 'Zaar! The original recipe calls for chocolate chips, but I've tried with other things and it's just as good. -- posted by erinBOberrin

Tea Biscuits

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 15:54:59 -0500

These are quick and easy. Always nice to have fresh Biscuits with a meal that don't take much work. -- posted by Axe

Scottish Cheddar Cheese and Spring Onion Tea-Time Scones

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:34:36 -0400

Another one of my Scottish grandmother's recipes! I have several cheese scone recipes posted on Zaar, but this one is one of my favourites. Spring onions are also called green onions or scallions. My mum still makes these regularly and serves them filled with cream cheese (Boursin is great!) and cooked ham, a tea-time scone sandwich! Try to use a mature Scottish cheddar - my favourite comes from the Isle of Mull, but any mature farmhouse cheddar cheese will work. Another idea is to make mini versions of these scones for delightful appetisers, spread them with a filling of your choice - very welcome with a chilled wine or sherry! -- posted by French Tart

Lent Bread Slices

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:29:46 -0400

This is a rather odd dish. It seems to be a sort of bread pudding to be served during lent (no eggs or dairy products). -- posted by Wylder

Victorian Spring Posy Cake for Easter or Mother's Day

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:11:13 -0400

One of my recent cake inventions - a standard Victoria Sandwich Sponge with a few delicious additions! Fresh oranges and lemons, lemon curd, crystallised violets and mascarpone cheese make this basic sponge cake moist and special enough for the Easter Sunday tea-time table, or for Mum on Mother's Day! I used lemon curd for the icing, but orange curd would also work if you wanted a mellow flavour. I have a recipe for crystallised violets on Zaar, Recipe #216296, and if you don't have any fresh violets, use any sugar paste flowers or cake decorations that work for you - the object is to make a Posy of flowers! This makes a big cake with one layer, you can cut the cakes again and make a three layer gateau if you wish. This cake disappeared quite quickly, but if you have any left, it keeps EXTREMELY well in a tin for up to one week. The sponge cakes can be frozen before icing, cutting back on time if you are going to be busy for the special event. -- posted by French Tart

Breadmaker Hot Cross Buns

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:06:05 -0400

The wonderful thing about breadmakers is they cut all the tedious bits out of making an enriched dough, but all homemade hot cross buns are in a different league from anything you can buy. -- posted by Lostfairy

Peanut Butter & Bran Muffins

Mon, 04 May 2009 11:56:48 -0400

A great way to get extra fibre into your kids (or you). It is very quick to make and chances are you already have the ingredients at hand. Chocolate chips were not in the original recipe, but I think they make all the difference. -- posted by Génial Génie

Peanut Butter & Bran Muffins

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:44:01 -0400

A great way to feed bran to the kids. Uses very basic ingredients, and are quick and simple to make.WARNING: These are addictive. Chocolate chips are optional, but I think they make all the difference. -- posted by Génial Génie

Cranberry-Raisin Scones

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:56:54 -0400

A very British treat, served with butter, or with clotted cream and strawberry jam. From the blog at delicious:days. -- posted by DrGaellon

Soda Bread With Dark Chocolate and Candied Orange Peel

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:14:23 -0400

Bon Appetit, April 2005. Wonderful combination of orange and dark chocolate. Great for a tea or brunch. -- posted by swissms

Sunshine Farm Lavender Tea Scones

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:54:52 -0400

These are some of the best scones I've ever eaten! Lovely served warm or cooled with butter, recipe #247961 or recipe #383209, lemon curd, or British clotted cream, and a cup of tea. From my friend Cameron. -- posted by BecR

Berry Cobbler Cakes

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:41:19 -0400

Is it a cobbler or a cupcake or a muffin? You decide! Use any fresh berry that you love. If anything sticks to the pan just scrap it off an put it back on the cobbler. When place upside down on a plate they should have a slight dimple in the bottom perfect for holding ice cream or whippend cream. Adapted from a recipe I found on the web. -- posted by momaphet

English Crumpets

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:41:23 -0400

My kids tasted crumpets on vacation but we can not get them locally. I tried several recipes I found on the web, and this is my modification of one I found on EuropeanCuisines.com. That one was quite salty, so I cut the salt in half. I also found the texture to be better with 100% bread flour rather than the blend of AP and bread flour that they recommend. Might be a result of differences in flour protein contents in different parts of the world. My next project will be to try to make a whole grain variation. If you try that and are successful, please post! I always weigh my flour, I use 460 grams. -- posted by Tikidoc

A Toast to British Cuisine

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:05:40 -0400

Cheese and Onion on Toast -- posted by Chef #1324815

Sublime Vegan Scones

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:32:07 -0400

I found this in the Miami Herald. http://www.miamiherald.com/living/food/recipes/story/1202613.html#none Recipe was adapted from Sublime pastry chef David Kalas -- posted by Ganesha

Isle of Man Mature Cheddar Flapjacks

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:09:17 -0400

A great snack to munch along with raw vegetables. Posted by request, yield was not noted on recipe. Source: Isle of Man Creamery -- posted by Elly in Canada

Singin' Hinnies - Northumbrian Tea-Time Griddle Cakes/Scones

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:04:32 -0400

Served warm and oozing with butter, these fabulous fruity griddlecakes make a great treat for breakfast or afternoon tea. I remember my grandmother making these when I was little; she lived in a very old stone cottage in Northumberland, and made these on a huge cast iron black griddle, or girdle as they were also called! We used to eat them hot from the griddle, with butter in front of a roaring wood fire during the winter months. Singin' hinnies are a type of fried fruit scone or griddle cake, so called as they 'sing' and sizzle whilst cooking. 'Hinny' is a Northern term for endearment used especially to children - my grandmother used to call me "hinny". Similar to singin' hinnies are Northumbrian griddle cakes, also known as Gosforth gridies. If you are making them for a childrens party or at Christmas, put coins that have been briefly boiled, then wrapped in greaseproof paper, in the middle of some of the singin hinnies. -- posted by French Tart

Beautiful Seeded Buttermilk Bread.

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:04:13 -0400

I make my own buttermilk so have a constant supply & am always looking for interesting ways to use it. Here I have come up with a lovely soft, delicately flavoured bread which is good for eating fresh with jam or with your dinner, as toast or as sandwiches - it is extremely versatile & slices well. The addition of the honey & the seeds makes it just that bit healthier too! -- posted by Um Safia

Hazelnut Scones W/ Optional Lemon Honey or Liqueur Whipped Cream

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:45:41 -0400

From Southern Living 1994. I added some topping options. Cooking time applies to scones only. Feel free to try the scones or toppings separately. I've made this successfully with various liqueurs. -- posted by gailanng

Guernsey Gache

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:16:58 -0400

A traditional fruit cake from the Channel Islands. I have not made this but have eaten many and with a good strong pot of tea. From From www.islandlife.org -- posted by Coasty

Hot Crossed Buns

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:46:28 -0400

This recipe has been in my family at least a Hundred years. I remember every Easter as a little Girl my Gram having these ready when we woke up. -- posted by GingerlyJ

Classic Tea Time Cream Scones

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:48:06 -0400

This lovely recipe for scones comes from the book "Simply Scones" by L. Weiner and B. Albright, which I got for my bday yesterday. They taste great as is or spread with jam or clotted cream or even with some cheese melted on top. This I discovered when accidentally putting the cheese on the wrong scones before baking two different kinds. :) Hahaha... -- posted by Lalaloula

Vegan Orange Cranberry Scones

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:08:11 -0400

A quick, easy, delicious and healthy scone recipe that is a hit at parties (even with anti-vegans) or a great snack or dessert. -- posted by Hanna Louise

Buckingham Palace Scones

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:41:32 -0400

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!HAPPY BIRTHDAY BARBARA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "What better for this Buckingham Palace than a scone recipe from the lovely Kew Royal Botanical Gardens Maids in Waiting Reportedly from the restaurant across from the Kew The Maids in Waiting (I think that is the name) in KEW right across the street from the Royal Botanical Gardens ..they also make these wonderful little cakes called Maids in Waiting!! otherwise, the Orangerie in Kensington." The above was from my friend Katharine who came over to the house with more friends, to make me a post party brunch. What a kind and thoughtful present! We all had a wonderful time. I relaxed with one of my friends in the parlor, while the others cooked. This is why they called the scones, "Buckingham Palace Scones". -- posted by Sweetiebarbara

Bed and Breakfast Spiced Pumpkin Scones With Honey Butter

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:04:21 -0500

Gorgeous spiced pumpkin scones with honey butter - what a treat for the tea-time table during autumn and winter. I have made these twice now and love the combination of the honey butter with the scones, although they are also delicious with plain unsalted butter. This recipe came from an Australian "Olive" magazine that was sent to me, apparently, Queensland is famous for its blue pumpkins where this recipe originates from - I added the spices as well as the honey butter! A wonderful recipe for the cooler months, but as it uses tinned or frozen pumpkin, these can be made all year around. If you don't want to serve these with the honey butter, just split them whilst warm and spread with normal butter or cream. Mixed spice is a British spice mixture, I have a recipe for this on RZ: Recipe #266688 -- posted by French Tart

Popovers

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:38:50 -0500

Based on a recipe from one of my very first cookbooks: The Encyclopedia of Creative Cooking. These are very nice popovers, and go well with prime rib of beef, in which case I substitute the beef fat renderings for the shortening. -- posted by mersaydees

Marmite and Cheese Bread

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 21:18:09 -0500

Adapted from the Fleischmann's site. Here's what they say, "This bread combines two of Britain's most characteristic ingredients, Marmite and sharp cheddar Cheese. Hearty in flavor, this bread is best served toasted accompanying a soup, or in making a sandwich on toast". There is about 90 minutes rising time. -- posted by Sharon123

Blueberry Muffins à La Alton Brown (Good Eats on Food Net

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:46:08 -0500

We tried this recipe because I was craving having blueberry streusel scones (# 244646) again. However, I am trying to cut down on my saturated fat and cholesterol, so we looked for something to fill that baked goods craving without blowing my daily saturated fat limit, and Alton Brown is often a decent place to start. We used whole wheat pastry flour with some flax meal thrown in for good measure, frozen blueberries allowed to thaw slightly, and a silicon muffin tin. They were somehow dense and light at the same time, and had an interesting buttermilk note (we assume from the yogurt). Also, Alton says muffins are really more like pancakes than cupcakes! -- posted by Michelle from Central Time

Golden Tea Buns (Sally Lunn Bunns)

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:51:48 -0500

This recipe is different from the other recipes posted in that it calls for heavy cream. Published in Gourmet magazine, November 1992. These buns are easy to make, no kneading. -- posted by swissms

Buttermilk and Sour Cherry Scones for Afternoon Tea and Picnics

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:23:23 -0500

A delightful and EASY scone recipe that is perfect for a proper afternoon tea or to take on a picnic. Dried sour cherries are sensational and give a deep essence of cherry flavour to these scones, whilst the buttermilk makes them light and airy. This is a casual eating scone, easy to rustle up, and is perfect when eaten fresh from the oven with butter and maybe some cherry jam and cream too! If taking on a picnic, wrap the scone in a clean tea towel to keep it warm and pack the butter and jam separately. Makes one large scone, which is marked to split into wedges when served. -- posted by French Tart

Cheddar and Bacon Loaf

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:49:09 -0500

Sunday morning and you're reading the papers, savoring the lovely aroma of fried bacon as you wait for your Cheddar and bacon loaf to finish baking. This easy recipe only takes 40 minutes from start to finish, with no yeast or kneading involved - so enjoy. -- posted by English_Rose

Pain DÉpices - Spiced French Gingerbread Loaf With Honey

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:20:36 -0500

A French classic and one that I will me making myself from now on, having just paid a small fortune for a tiny, if delicious loaf from my local boulangerie! This is a cross between sticky ginger parkin and a gingerbread cake or a tea loaf. It is not as moist as parkin or gingerbread, but it is extremely good when spread with butter or even better, when toasted.......divine! It is also surprisingly good when served with cheese. Another idea that I discovered in a local café, is to serve it warm with a dollop of crème fraiche and a little bunch of fresh berries on top, a perfect dessert for an elegant dinner party! This improves with keeping and makes a wonderful gift for a foodie friend or hostess wrap in cellophane and attach a ribbon with serving suggestions. If you cannot source Quatre Épices, I have a recipe on zaar to make it at home! Recipe #283280 -- posted by French Tart