Another recipe from my mother's old recipe book. Her notes indicate the recipe came from my father's sister. I have no idea where the name came from. Ingredients 3oz butter (85g) 1 cup sugar 1 egg 1 cup flour 1 teaspoon vanilla esse… more »

This was a stunning success at my tree-trimming party yesterday. It's from Recipes+ magazine. Ingredients 1 large brie (about 20cm diameter) ½ cup unsalted mixed nuts (e.g. brazil, almond, cashew) 1 cup mixed dried tropical fruits cut into small… more »

This recipe is from my mother's old recipe book. Note that rounding up to the nearest metric weight is not a good idea; the fruit will be too heavy. Ingredients 1lb Raisins 1lb Sultanas 1lb Currants 1lb Mixed Fruit ¼lb Peel Cherries 5 cups Ginger… more »