Monthly Archives: May 2015

Banana Bread

I never tried  baking Banana Bread until recently when I found I had lots of bananas in the fruit bowl and I thought I’d try making something ‘healthy’ for a change. It turned out pretty well.  It is a tasty … Continue reading

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Financiers

I came across these little cakes recently at an Italian coffee shop in Dublin.  They are in fact French in origin and are really delicious.  So delicious that I thought I should have a go at making them and save … Continue reading

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Madeleines

I had a go at making Madeleines.  They are suprisingly easy to make and delicious. Like many good baking products, they are French, originally from the North East of France.  I read that they don’t keep very well and are … Continue reading

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Victoria Sponge

Here is a true classic, the Victoria Sponge.  Everyone likes this teatime treat and it is equally tasty in the afternoon with a decent cup of tea. Ingredients  8 oz butter 8 oz self raising flour 2 teaspoons  baking powder … Continue reading

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