I made Victorian lemon sponge for the Historical Food Fortnightly challenge 7: Pretty As A Picture. The recipe is from Mrs Beeton’s Household Management book, first published in 1861. Continue reading Victorian Lemon Sponge Recipe – Historical Food Fortnightly
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How To Make 1852 Green Custard (Without Food Coloring)
Green custard ‘will be found both delicious and ornamental for a dessert, or supper table.’
The original recipe for this unusal green custard was published in ‘Miss Leslie’s New Receipts For Cooking’ in 1852. The Victorian custard is naturally colored with spinach! 😀 Continue reading How To Make 1852 Green Custard (Without Food Coloring)