home cooked Archives - Page 3 of 3

10th August 2018

Blueberry and Lemon Cake

I chose to create this Blueberry and Lemon Cake after a cake guessing game

with a friend on Twitter. Blueberry Cake was mentioned and it got my juices flowing. I have used frozen blueberries as they are readily available in the freezer aisle in most supermarkets. For the cream cheese frosting I used Philadelphia but any full fat soft cheese would be fine. Reduced fat soft cheeses are available but don’t give the same creamy texture. Below is the recipe for my Blueberry and Lemon Cake complete with a cream cheese frosting.

Continue reading “Blueberry and Lemon Cake”

27th July 2018

Mincemeat and Marzipan Loaf Cake

Mincemeat only ever comes out near Christmas and Marzipan is returned to

cupboards after Easter. With this delicious recipe for Mincemeat and Marzipan Loaf Cake you have a great excuse to enjoy both all year round. The loaf cake is bursting with flavour from the Mincemeat and you bite into juicy little squares of Marzipan throughout. It’s a very simple bake that keeps well for 4-5 days if you can resist it that long.

Continue reading “Mincemeat and Marzipan Loaf Cake”

20th July 2018

Blackcurrant and Almond Cake

In my previous post about Skye Jumble Berry Jam you’ll know I have a lot of

fruit this year, particularly Blackcurrants. After a few ideas on how to put them to good use before the rest go in the freezer I have a lovely cake recipe to share with you. Introducing you to my very easy Blackcurrant and Almond Cake, made with fresh Blackcurrants grown on the Isle of Skye.

Continue reading “Blackcurrant and Almond Cake”

16th July 201816th July 2018

Home-made Jam

So now is an excellent time to be making home-made jam. A few years ago I

owned and run a successful artisan preserves business. I hand made over 500 jars of jam a week so I’ll share some of my tips with you. Then I’ll share my recipe I’ve just created based on what fruit was ready for picking in my garden on the Isle of Skye.

Continue reading “Home-made Jam”

16th June 201816th June 2018

Border Tart

I’ve read through recipes for Border Tart so many times but never actually

made one. Last year in Northumberland I ate the most delicious slice of Iced Border Tart in the Clock Tower Cafe in Bamburgh Castle and promised myself to get cooking. So today the time has come to make my own Border Tart .

Continue reading “Border Tart”

13th June 201813th June 2018

Chicken and Smokey Bacon Risotto

I love a good Risotto but rarely order one when in an Italian Restaurant as I simply find it hard to resist the delicious pasta dishes. So, there

was only one thing to do, create my own risotto, So here it is, my recipe for Chicken and Smokey Bacon Risotto

Continue reading “Chicken and Smokey Bacon Risotto”

26th May 201826th May 2018

Lemon and Marzipan Tart

As much as I love Bakewell Tart I also love something with a burst of citrus on your tongue. This Lemon and Marzipan Tart satisfies both of these loves. This Continue reading “Lemon and Marzipan Tart”

19th May 20181st June 2018

Orange and Lemon Layer Cake

When I was deciding what to bake this week a little voice from the neighbouring room asked if requests could be made. I stuck my head round my husband’s office door and he said “something orangey”. So here we are a moist yet light Orange & Lemon Layer Cake.

Continue reading “Orange and Lemon Layer Cake”

22nd May 201710th May 2018

Spaghetti Meatballs

There are an abundance of ready made meatballs available in the meat aisle of any supermarket but until you make your own you’ll never understand how good home made ones really are. They are relatively easy to make and Continue reading “Spaghetti Meatballs”

17th May 201710th May 2018

Eat Me Cafe Scarborough

Dinner at Eat Me Cafe Scarborough

On Tuesday early evening I headed to Eat Me Cafe Scarborough with a friend for dinner. We had previously visited the Cafe one chilly afternoon for a coffee, cake and a natter. That day I ate the most delicious & moist Chocolate Truffle Cake. The cakes at Eat Me are freshly made Continue reading “Eat Me Cafe Scarborough”