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Category: Christmas

  • Mulled apple juice / cider

    In the USA, crushed cloudy apple juice is called “cider”. In most of the rest of the Commonwealth, cider is an alcoholic beverage made from apples. You can make this with either type of cider. This is a non-recipe. My intent is to inspire you to experiment and go with what sounds good to you.…

  • Cranberry and apple jam

    This is the perfect accompaniment for a baked brie. Or for any other purpose you might want some jam for, such as a PBJ. 1 packet cranberries, fresh or frozen 1 cup / 240ml sugar 1/2 cup / 120ml orange juice 3 small, 2 medium, or 1 large apple, peeled and chopped into small bits…

  • Figgy Pudding Cheesecake

    So, you want a plum pudding cheesecake. I have you covered. Yes, the title says figgy pudding…. this has both figs and plums in it, so I still have you covered! This is a crustless cheesecake. You are welcome to add one if you wish. 3 packs cream cheese (8oz / 225g each) 1 cup…

  • Christmas Cake

    Christmas cake is best made early in the year. This allows the maximum amount of time for the flavours to mature, as well as allowing the regular sousing with brandy, whisky, whiskey, or bourbon to deepen the flavours. Preheat oven to 325f / 160c 10oz butter 10oz brown sugar 1 tablespoon black treacle or molasses…