Baking · Celebrations · christmas · Gardening · Gifts · Making · Preserves, jams and chutneys · Xmas cooking

It’s never too early to start planning for Christmas!

This year it will be a bit trickier to get to the shops so we’ve decided to try and create mainly home-made Christmas presents. Now, more than ever, I really appreciate my friends and family and I think a home-made gift reflects how much you care for someone. Ideas for home-made presents so far are;… Continue reading It’s never too early to start planning for Christmas!

After School Snacks · Baking · Breakfast Recipes · Camping Recipes · Recipes · School Lunch Ideas

Breakfast slice recipe – great when you’re in a hurry!

If you’re busy like us then you will love this breakfast slice. Make in advance and have on hand for breakfast, a lunch box treat or after school snack. Breakfast slice recipe 125g butter 2 tblsp home 1/2 cup dates, chopped into small pieces 1 cup of cornflakes 1/4 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup shredded… Continue reading Breakfast slice recipe – great when you’re in a hurry!

After School Snacks · Baking · Celebrations · Recipes · Xmas cooking

Cranberry and Orange Shortbread

We made these delicious biscuits over Xmas and gave them out to Jemima’s teachers but they can be made anytime throughout the year. They are extra special so make a wonderful gift. Cranberry & Orange Shortbread Recipe Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp salt 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour… Continue reading Cranberry and Orange Shortbread