Category: Winter

Marzipan Mince Pies

Mince Pies are, as well you know, a staple of Christmas here in Britain. A stalwart member of the festive lineup, these small, fruit-filled pies tend to come in one of two forms; completely covered in pastry, or adorned with a star. Personally, the former example is my mince pie of choice, but an effective way to make the latter more tempting is to replace pastry with marzipan. Marzipan Mince Pies look the part and possess a whole new element of flavour that more than makes up for the indulgence of a full-pastry pie.

Tags Cooking, Food, Mince Pies, Recipes

Baking Recipes Winter

Stollen (Weihnachtsstollen)

Post author By frugalfeeding
Post date December 11, 2013
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Stollen (also known as Weihnachtsstollen or Christstollen at Christmas) is a traditional German fruit loaf. It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly when Stollen was first made, but over the centuries it has developed from a very basic pastry – probably eaten by the peasantry – to an enriched bread with religious significance. The traditional baking of Stollen is probably most closely linked with Dresden in the east of Germany where it has played a vital role in the city’s Christmas markets since – it is claimed – the 14th Century.

Tags Baking, Cooking, german, Recipes, stollen

Drinks Recipes Winter

Mulled Cider

Though mulled wine (gluhwein) is generally considered the most popular winter drink – at least in Europe – Mulled Cider is becoming increasingly common in the UK. As you can imagine, this warming drink is served almost universally in the cider pubs/barges/dungeons of the West Country at this time of year. With this recipe, it’s easy to bring the spicy, festive feeling of Mulled Cider home!

Tags Cider, Cooking, Drink, Frugal, mulled, Recipes, Winter

Baking Cake Recipes Vegetarian Winter

Spiced Apple and Walnut Traybake

Post author By frugalfeeding
Post date November 15, 2013
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Though the apple season has more or less passed, it is a fruit that can be made to last extremely well. Indeed, it isn’t unheard of for apples to remain edible for 6-12 months if stored in a dry place and wrapped individually in newspaper. Since October is arguably peak season for this universally beloved fruit I’ll assume there are a few spares to hand for this wintry Spiced Apple and Walnut Traybake.

Tags Apples, Baking, cake, Cooking, Food, Frugal, Recipes, traybake, Walnuts

Recipes Vegetarian Winter

Winter Red Cabbage Slaw

Despite initially taking to it like a cat to water, red cabbage has become one of my very favourite ingredients. It has a sweet flavour and pleasantly crisp texture that makes it the ideal ingredient for raw slaws and salads. This recipe for Winter Red Cabbage Slaw is essentially a seasonal and festive twist on my Spiced Red Cabbage Slaw (also divine) – it’ll knock your socks off and stain your fingers a vivid purple.

Tags Apple, Cooking, Food, nuts, Recipes, red cabbage, slaw