Aug 03 2008

Long Island Ice Tea

Published by dodo under Blender, Glass

For those uninitiated in the ways of the Long Island Ice-tea here are some ground rules: Do not underestimate the power of an LIIT. One is normally more than enough, but inevitably leads to a second — very seldom a third. It contains all ‘white‘ liquors and is by far the most forgiving to the cocktail maker. Continue Reading »

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Jun 19 2008

The Kitchen Store Cupboard: Herbs, spices, flavourings, colourings and decorations continue…

Published by dodo under Appliance, Beater, Blender, Cabinet, Candle, China, Coffee Maker, Container, Cookware, Crusher, Cupboard, Decoration, Dinner Table, Furniture, Glass, Juicer, Kettle, Knives, Measure Cup, Microwave, Oven, Peeler, Plate, Pressure Cooker, Roasting Pan, Steamer, Table Ware, Texture, Woks, table

Basic Needs

Now for the stores required:

Flour—plain is essential; self-raising highly desirable; wholemeal a slight “extra,” but it makes wonderful scones. Baking powder and cornflour, which is used in many cake and biscuit recipes and also for fillings.

Bicarbonate of soda has its place in many scone and other recipes, and cream of tartar is often wanted for scones, too, and also for some toffees and sweets. Continue Reading »

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