Although I do love summer and always wish it lasted for longer, the fruit harvest available in the Autumn months compensates for the cooling of the weather. Pears, damsons, Autumn…
Raspberry Cranachan Ice cream
I thought it was about time I fired up my ice cream machine again. It has been far too long in hibernation. I had no problem at all with making…
Oat, Date and Pecan Breakfast Loaf
Breakfast in our house follows much the same pattern for us all. It consists of cereal and toast. Very predictable I know. This is all down to the time constraints…
Simple Rye Soda Bread Rolls
If ever there was a reason to make your own bread then said bread has got to be it. It is no knead, no yeast and pretty much an instant…
Baked plums with a Ginger and Almond Topping
Plums are everywhere at the moment. Bargains to be had at the market. Heavily laden trees at the allotment and neighbours offering us as many as I would like to…
A Festive Mincemeat Slice
It almost December, so I don’t feel too bad about sharing with you a bake that involves mincemeat. You see, I want to make a fresh batch. But to do…






