Get ready!

As the Jubilee weekend draws nearer I’m sure some of us are already planning what to make, especially if we’ve been invited to join with others to celebrate. There are a great many cakes – and puddings too – which can be made in advance. Time is precious and we can spread the load by planning ahead and choosing wisely. The best recipes for cakes made a day or two before they are needed are those which have a high fat content, which keeps them moist, also anything with honey or golden syrup. So obviously flapjack is on the list, also brownies and ginger cake which develops its’ flavour if made 2-3 days before needed. The only contribution which really must be made on the day is scones. They have a very low fat content and don’t keep well – I know some people have strategies for “freshening them up” but try this….. measure all the ingredients the day before, rub in the margarine then cover everything. The next day add the flavourings and milk, mix, flatten, cut and bake. All done in no time at all and they will be perfect. How often have you been offered tired, dry, tough scones? Too often sadly 😉 No amount of clotted cream, butter or jam can redeem them !