Category: Christmas
AMARETTO CHEESECAKE
Amaretto Cheesecake This Amaretto Cheesecake is a real show stopper on your festive table. If your guests were expecting just another cheesecake, they’ll be in for a big surprise with this little beauty. You also might like to try this Cherry Cheesecake
Sausage Rolls
You can make these Sausage Rolls any size to suit your party, you can also make a variety of flavours too using the seasoning recipes I’ve given below. If you wish to make ahead, they can be frozen before cooking or after, if frozen raw you will need to thaw before baking. Watch my Video […]
Santa’s Surprise
Santa’s Surprise tarts are something we made in the bakery around Christmas time for many, many years. The customers would often ask “What’s in them”? But we always replied “Sorry, that’s the surprise”, even so, we sold hundreds over the festive season. They are actually a twist on the traditional mince pie, where instead of […]
Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is a classic amongst Quiches, with just 4 basic ingredients the filling has everything you need in a Quiche, it’s moist, creamy and mouth wateringly delicious. When I make my pastry, I usually make extra and freeze it, that way I can decide to make a recipe like this without having to start […]
A Few Suggestions for Christmas Recipes you can make ahead of the big day
A Few Suggestions for Christmas Recipes you can make ahead of the big day. This will give you some extra time with friends and family instead of trying to make everything come together all at the same time. Have a Happier and more relaxed Christmas this year with my suggestions. 1. Festive mince pies with […]
The Christmas Curse
Panettone, what’s the best thing to do with one? It’s many years now since I trained to be a baker and it’s only in the later part of my life I was introduced to something which has become the blight of my life, it’s Panettone. During November and December you can’t move in the shops […]
Parsnips In A Lime Glaze
Parsnips In A Lime Glaze is a recipe you might like to make a note of for the festive Season, although delicious any time parsnips are in season, it certainly generates some comment when served at any special occasion dinner. Parsnips are a little like ‘Marmite’, you either love them or you hate them, I […]
Mr Paul’s Emergency Christmas Cake
Here is my Emergency Christmas Cake recipe just in case you’ve left it a little late to bake yours. I have used this recipe many time over the years in the bakery when customers come in desperate for a Christmas cake but forgot to order one. If you follow my directions you will have a […]
Last Minute Christmas Pudding – Microwave
This Last Minute Christmas Pudding is a must if you’re short on time or simply forgot to make your Christmas Pudding. You can always save the day using your microwave oven. Yes, it’s possible to produce a very acceptable Christmas Pudding in less than half an hour. Now believe me, I’ve made this several times […]
Rich Chocolate Yule Log
This Rich Chocolate Yule Log (Tronco de Navidad in Spain) makes a great centre piece for any Christmas Party Table. As well as looking great, it’s also foolproof if you follow my directions (See my video tutorial). See also my Video Tutorial Rich Chocolate Yule Log
