A recipe from Edward III's chef Taillevent (1327 - 1377), 'Stewed Beef with Macrows' was blind taste-tested by a BBC Radio 4 discussion panel against a modern restaurant curry dish and it was generally agreed that the medieval dish was the 'authentic' curry.
With Halloween fast approaching - along with the cold, dark nights - we think that baking is the perfect trick to scaring away those winter blues. But instead of a Pumpkin Pie or Candy Apple recipe, we have hopped 'over the water' to bring you a recipe from Ireland and the custom of baking a Barm Brack (báirín breac).
A simple recipe for making your own bread rolls - perfect for November 17th - Homemade Bread Day. Also great for a rainy day cook-in with the family or a comfort food 'extra' to accompany a winter hotpot or warming stew.
Toad in the Pudding is a quirky but scrumptious remix of two old favourites, Bread and Butter pudding and Toad in the Hole. With sliced bread, onions and mustard, this dish will satisfy the whole family.
An simple recipe to create a deliciously fresh taste - perfect for a starter or a summer supper.
Jammy Sausage Plaits is a dish you can serve hot or cold, with pork and tomato sausages, onion jam and flaky pastry.
