This Bread has a golden brown crust that’s wonderfully crisp. Yet inside it is soft and tender. I like it with a slathering of butter or sometimes I like to dip it in a good olive oil or pesto. It makes delicious sandwiches and really good toast.
Biscuits for children
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Makes 3 dozen INGREDIENTS 150g butter at room temperature 1 cup (200g) sugar 3 eggs 3 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 3 cups (360 g) flour 2 teaspoons baking powder pinch of salt cornflakes PREPARATION Whip the butter and sugar until creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well. Add and stir, […]
Doughtnuts
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They can be stored in plastic boxes in the freezer. Delicious and popular, they are best enjoyed at tea time. Makes: 18 INGREDIENTS 3 eggs 1 cup (200g) sugar 50g butter 1teaspoon vanilla essence 4 cups (480g) flour 4 teaspoons baking powder pinch of salt 3/4 cup (180ml) milk oil for cooking PREPARATION Place eggs […]
Prune and walnut pastries
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Makes: 24 INGREDIENTS 1 cup prunes, soaked and chopped ½ cup walnuts, chopped 200g plain sweet biscuits, crushed 2 tablespoons butter 1tablespoon cognac (French brandy) ½ cup (125ml) cream, double PREPARATION Place prunes, walnuts, biscuits, butter and cognac in a bowl. Mix well and stir in cream. Work the mixture with your hands and form […]