All Hallows’ Farmhouse AGA Approved Cookery School Recipes

Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country kitchen.  As well as kitchen hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook. 

KITCHEN HACKS: How to cook a steak

KITCHEN HACKS: How to cook a steak

Romantic Dinner for Two or Planning to Feed A Crowd   During many years that I spent organising and cooking for weddings & events.  This month was always our busiest welcoming clients for tastings in anticipation of the 'big day'. Steak or best end of lamb...

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RECIPE: Shortbread Biscuits & Bars

RECIPE: Shortbread Biscuits & Bars

Ok, so what's the difference between a recipe for shortbread biscuits and bars ? Traditional shortbread bars are baked in a tin and cut whilst still warm.  For best results, weigh the butter straight from the fridge and rub together with the dry ingredients. For...

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RECIPE: How to make a base soup

RECIPE: How to make a base soup

Quick and cost effective, this base soup recipe is a great way to use up vegetables. Follow these three easy steps and achieve great results every time. Simply add base vegetables and make the meal your own with any great tasting flavour combination. Need some...

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RECIPE: Mulled Wine

RECIPE: Mulled Wine

    Quick and easy to prepare, this mulled wine recipe is sure to provide a perfect remedy if the fuzzy festive feeling is eluding you.   The combination of spice infused red wine, with a hint of sweet citrus, cannot fail to evoke joyful memories of Christmases past....

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RECIPE: Rose Hip Manuka Syrup

RECIPE: Rose Hip Manuka Syrup

RECIPE: Rose Hip Manuka SyrupGather rose hips along the hedgerow away from busy roads.  It is fine to forage along a designated footpath.  Or ask the landowner’s permission. Remember to take some garden snips with you and then trim the hips when you get back to the...

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RECIPE: Classic Swiss Roll

RECIPE: Classic Swiss Roll

Classic Swiss Roll RecipeThis quick and easy recipe is ideal for a Sunday tea time treat. A great store cupboard standby. Simply fill with jam and roll up whilst warm, to serve in a hurry.  Or, take a little more time and generously spread softly whipped cream topped...

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RECIPE: Yorkshire Puddings

RECIPE: Yorkshire Puddings

RECIPE: Yorkshire Puddings Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  As well as hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook. The ultimate accompaniment to the traditional Sunday roast.  Scroll down for tips and tricks to make your best...

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RECIPE: Autumn Bliss Raspberry Jam

RECIPE: Autumn Bliss Raspberry Jam

RECIPE: Autumn Bliss Raspberry Jam Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  As well as hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook. Treat your homemade cakes and sponges with a generous spoonful of homemade jam or dollop on to porridge...

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RECIPE: Lemon Posset

RECIPE: Lemon Posset

RECIPE: Lemon Posset Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  As well as hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook.  A quick and easy recipe that can be prepared the day before.  Ideal when you want to serve a homemade dessert, but...

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RECIPE: Lemon Curd

RECIPE: Lemon Curd

RECIPE: Lemon Curd Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  As well as hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook. A classic recipe that is always popular at the farmhouse. A homemade curd takes very little time and the effort is...

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RECIPE: Wild Cherry Vinegar

RECIPE: Wild Cherry Vinegar

RECIPE: Wild Cherry Vinegar Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  As well as hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook. Wild cherry trees can be found in parks and woodland.  If you are fortunate to have one growing in your garden,...

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RECIPE: Frittata

RECIPE: Frittata

RECIPE: Frittata Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  As well as hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook.We first shared this recipe for National Picnic Week as it is so popular we've included it once more.  Ideal for it on the...

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RECIPE: Buttermilk Scones

RECIPE: Buttermilk Scones

RECIPE: Buttermilk Scones Tried and tested seasonal recipes from a country cookery school kitchen. Hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook. We celebrated National Cream Tea Day with our friends at 'In Jolly Good Company' who organise The Step Outside Group at the...

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RECIPE: Badger Beer Poacher Brownies

RECIPE: Badger Beer Poacher Brownies

RECIPE: Chocolate Brownies with Badger Beer Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  As well as hacks and get ahead tips for EVERY cook. This rich, decadent brownie is so easy to make. Laced with our favourite Dorset bottled beer and...

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RECIPE: Chicken Salad for a King

RECIPE: Chicken Salad for a King

RECIPE: King's Coronation Chicken Salad Tried and tested seasonal recipes from our country cookery school kitchen.  Complete with hacks and 'get ahead' tips for EVERY cook.  As we celebrate the coronation of HRH King Charles III we've created an alternative recipe to...

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