Simple Cornish Hen Ala Crock-Pot
My favorite cooking appliance is the crockpot. It is so versatile and I am finding can be used for anything. I came up with this recipe and just made it last evening very easy. Only 4 ingredients.
British Mushy Peas (Using Regular Spring Peas)
Mushy peas are the quintessential side veg to accompany fish & chips in the UK. The traditional recipes use marrowfat peas, but more modern versions take advantage of the ordinary English spring peas you can find in any freezer case. This version was bright, refreshing, and while it does taste different from the marrowfat version, it is still quite good. This is also great served with with lamb. Adapted from Tom Aikens version, as seen on Market Kitchen.
Traditional British Ground Rice Pudding
This recipe was on the side of a Whitworth’s Brand Ground Rice packet. I’ve hunted for ages to try and find the old recipe I used to have when I was small and this looks like it. I’ve not tried it yet (will probably do the microwave version (also on the packet) which I’m adding next). Should be very nice. My mum used to add a few drops of vanilla essence, a ‘knob’ (a bit cut off the corner of a slab…) of butter and an egg white (possibly the whole egg, – can’t remember :). She also used to add a little nutmeg and a little cinnamon and mix them in before putting in the oven dish to bake.
A British Classic – Pan Yan Pickle
A classic British No-Cook pickle for your sandwiches and cheese board! Remember Pan Yan pickle? It was a firm favourite in our home and my dad loved it slathered on top of cheese on toast! Now sadly discontinued, this fabulous British pickle with the catchy name is easy to make! I have fiddled around and recreated this recipe, and I am delighted with the results even though I say so myself. Lighter and with more “tang” then Branston pickle, I love it in sandwiches. Adjust the curry powder to your own tastes.
British Beans on Toast
Great snack to munch on while watching your favorite British programs. Drink with Strongbow cider 😉 Tip: DO NOT USE AMERICAN Pork & Beans, Boston Baked Beans or “Bush’s Beans” etc… ONLY Heinz or Batchelor’s brand please, otherwise it might be gross. Don’t worry; most American grocery stores sell HEINZ and BATCHELOR’S, in the International/European/English/Irish aisle. I’ve been all over the US and found them in Safeway, Kroger, Stop & Shop, etc. I’ve never not been able to find one of those two brands in the USA.
