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Traditional Dundee Cake

There are a million and one versions of Dundee cake, so please don't write to me and say this isn't the real one! What I can guarantee is that this is a beautiful cake. It's not rich and moist like a Christmas...

Old fashioned Cherry Cake

OK. It is an old-fashioned, very English kind of cake, and yes the cherries sometimes sink but believe me there are many people who are still very attached to it. If you're one of those, we have found...

Caraway Seed Cake

Dated? Old-fashioned? Maybe, but our tasters all gave it the thumbs-up and said please include it

Good Old Rock Cakes

These were once economy cakes, not too expensive, providing cake for large families. They were not going to be included in this edition - until, that is, we made some. And unbelievably they went down a...

Chocolate Beer Cake

The beer - dark stout (Guinness, Murphy's or similar) - gives this cake an extra dimension, and the icing is so good it can be used on other chocolate cakes.

Dark Jamaican Gingerbread

This cake, originally from the sugar-and-spice island of Jamaica, has sadly become a factory-made clone, but made at home it's dark, sticky, fragrant with ginger - the real thing.

Almond Tuiles

When you look at these you'll probably think 'I can't be bothered', but they are unbelievably easy to make and are the most elegant biscuits to serve with fruit fools and ice creams.

Garibaldi Biscuits

Still lovely after all these years. Still popular with children and with everyone else.

Banana and Walnut Loaf

If I had a pound for every... goes the old cliche. So here it goes again. If only I had a pound for everyone who has praised this cake, rich pickings! Although it is made here with butter and lard, you...

Low Carb Tex Mex Chili Gravy El Fenix Chili Gravy Copycat Recipe

Delicious low carb keto Chili Gravy. So rich, thick and authentic, you will adore it!!!

Author: Susie T. Gibbs

Preserved Ginger Cake

In the original book, and ever since, this has been one of my own top favourites, and has been hugely popular with everyone. But this time round we have used the all-in-one method, so it's much easier,...

Oat and Raisin Cookies

No changes here on these almost classic biscuits, but now you could replace the raisins with dried sour cherries or dried cranberries to ring the changes.

Mint Parsley Walnut Pesto with Spaghetti Recipe

Mint Parsley Walnut Pesto with Spaghetti Recipe

Author: Sabrina Quairoli

A Traditional Christmas Pudding

This is quite definitely the best and, like the Christmas cake, has been made and loved by a cast of thousands over forty years. If you've never made a Christmas pudding, please don't be put off by the...

Hazelnut Shortbreads with Raspberries

You can obviously use strawberries or indeed any summer berry mixture with these. They are extremely light, melt-in-the-mouth, and although they are a summer recipes you could serve them on Burns Night...

Spiced Date and Sesame Crunchies

The original recipe didn't have sesame seeds, which is an added dimension, and we're pleased they're popular with children since they're so easy to pop into a lunchbox.

Sticky Toffee Loaf Cake with Fudge Icing

It's the dates (as in the famous pudding) that give this dark, sticky cake its toffee flavour, which is complemented beautifully by the fudge-flavoured icing.

Almond Biscotti

I think these twice-baked, very crisp biscuits are great for children to make and eat. After that, the adults in true Italian fashion sit down with a glass of chilled Vin Santo, and dip them into it before...

Traditional Dundee Cake

There are a million and one versions of Dundee cake, so please don't write to me and say this isn't the real one! What I can guarantee is that this is a beautiful cake. It's not rich and moist like a Christmas...

Low Carb Machaca | A Mexican Pot Roast to Write Home About

Spicy, sultry, tender rags of beef pot roast wrapped in the warmth of Tex-Mex love. There's very little heat here, but tons of flavor and spice. You may never look at pot roast the same way again.

Author: Susie T. Gibbs

Coconut Mayonnaise

Coconut Mayonnaise is a dairy free, simple nutritious preparation for Vegans and Lactose intolerant. Spread it or dip your favorite snack for delightful coconut flavors.

Author: Ask Nestle

Banana Custard

Banana Custard is a traditional, melt-in-your-mouth dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages. This custard recipe is not only delicious but also healthy thanks to the inclusion of bananas. Bananas...

Author: Ask Nestle

Better than KFC Original Recipe Fried Chicken Fingers|Low Carb and Gluten Free

I'm just gonna tell you now, we ripped off a Reddit post about KFC secret herbs and spices and chose between a couple of different versions to come up with this taste treat. It's not exact--we have 15...

Author: Susie T. Gibbs