In my quest to find new uses for quinces, and a desire not to turn up empty handed to a coffee with a neighbour I decided to try this recipe. I love Ginger Cake and the thought of a quince flavour rater appealed. The recipe comes from Jane McDonald Hunter’s “Quinces – Growing and…
Month: October 2018
Quince Curd – a qui-luscious treat
The hot dry summer we have had was not good for fruit trees generally, but our quince tree (not the pretty one below) is heading out of its early youth and so for the first time delivered a healthy crop. Quince is quintessentially autumnal, and has a unique flavour profile. They were much used in…
Paillette Feuilletine – Essential Crispy Flakes
You might have noticed that I have gone a little Torte mad recently. What I have discovered is that a crunchy layer is an absolute must for Mousse Tortes and these crispy flakes along with Praline are a must have ingredient. Best of all they can be made in advance and stored away. You can…
The Cottage Loaf 