Apple Amber
Apple Amber is a traditional Irish dessert that is best described as an (absolutely delicious) apple meringue pie. It’s not completely clear why this pie is called Apple Amber, but …
Recipes recorded by Nana Ling in small notebooks during the 1930s and 1940s.
Apple Amber is a traditional Irish dessert that is best described as an (absolutely delicious) apple meringue pie. It’s not completely clear why this pie is called Apple Amber, but …
This easy 4-ingredient Tomato Jam Recipe is the perfect way to extend tomato season. Enjoy it with a piping hot big breakfast in winter, a lazy Sunday BBQ, a thick …
Sweet sponge cake dipped in melted chocolate and sprinkled with coconut… these cute little treats are perfect for parties, festive times or anytime you have a little sweet craving. Nana …
This classic Sultana Cake recipe was recorded by Nana Ling back in 1940. It includes an extra step that most recipes skip – and I reckon this makes Nana Ling’s …
This Lemon Jam Recipe comes straight from the pages of Nana Ling’s handwritten WWII era recipe book. It relies on a traditional jam-making process, however don’t let that scare you …
This lovely Orange and Walnut Cake Recipe was recorded by Nana Ling back in July 1941. The recipe includes the juice and zest from a whole orange, and the citrus …
This old-fashioned Coconut Cake Recipe comes direct from the pages of Nana Ling’s handwritten recipe book and is dated April 1940. Eighty-one years later, I can confirm this cake is …
This is a recipe for a traditional Sponge Cake, decorated with mock cream, a lemon condensed milk filling and strawberries. Just like Nan made. Did your Nan make Sponge Cake? …
This recipe for Spicy Fruit Rolls is an Arnott’s copycat recipe. We called them “pillow biscuits” or “cushion biscuits” years ago. Spicy Fruit Roll = Pillow biscuits It’s no wonder …
Nana Ling’s Cherry Cake Recipe has more than a dash of nostalgia among the ingredients. It’s the type of cake I imagine she’d serve up for me if I could …