We are great spaghetti bolognese and chilli eaters in this house but occassionally I like to make a meal that is different with the mince beef we buy. Now I know traditionally Goulash is made with beef stewing steak, but …
Chocolate, Orange and Ginger Parkin
One sunny Saturday afternoon, many years ago, I came home from my Saturday job to find that my Dad had made Ginger Parkin. It was the first time I had heard of this yummy treat. My Dad told me my …
Googie’s Kitchen presents Fresh Mint Chocolate Cake
Do not fear the ‘After Eight’ of chocolate cake is here. To be honest, I have never been a fan of after dinner mint chocolates. They always seem to taste like synthetic, ‘man made’ mint to me. My son Ted …
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Christmas Spiced Chocolate Date Balls
Whenever I smell ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves it always reminds me of winter. Therefore I thought I would add these delicious spices to a date ball. It has now been proven that spices are a great way to help …
Googie’s Kitchen presents Mint Choc Chip Cookies
Cookies are a must have in our house. There is normally always a lot of cookies in our jar in the kitchen. We don’t buy biscuits/cookies from the supermarket anymore. Most biscuits sold in the UK are made with refined …
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Chocolate Orange Gingerbread Men
Now winter is here, I thought we were all be in need of a little warmth! Spices have long been treasured for their flavour and health benefits. Research now shows that they can have a powerful anti-inflammatory effect on the …
5 Cake Gift Ideas
My husband Howard and I know that his mum and my mum love cake. If a slice of cake is offered, especially to my mum, Howard and I know our mother’s won’t say no. My mother in law has asked …
Googie’s Kitchen presents Chocolate Orange and Sweet Cinnamon Date Balls
Dates are a fantastic natural product that are delicious to eat and very versatile. These date balls are quick, easy and simple to make. They make a great snack or after dinner treat. This recipe is full of the goodness …
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5 Biscuit/Cookie Recipe Gift Ideas
‘Coookieees!’, as cookie monster would say!!! I love this Sesame Street character and I enjoy watching him stuff his face with cookies. Personally I think nothing beats a homemade biscuit/cookie and a cup of tea. Biscuits have and probably always …
Googie’s Kitchen presents Chocolate Gingerbread Date Balls
It’s that time of year again where I start to think about the gifts I would like to give to friends and family members. Last year, due to the situation, it was very different. We didn’t get to see as …
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5 Energy Ball Gift Ideas
Christmas will soon be upon us and everyone will be rushing around buying last minute presents. Nowadays I like to make my own gifts as well as buy a few gifts too. I love to cook and experiment with flavours …
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