cornflour

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Invalid dishes…

Recipe books from the past nearly always included dishes suitable for invalids… and this little cornflour recipe book from Colman’s (the mustard people) has its own section… Colman’s Cornflour is particularly suitable for sick people. It is made from Rice and is scientifically prepared to form a light easily digested Cornflour. Doctors always recommend Coleman’s Cornflour […]

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Cornflour

When my dear mother-in-law moved from a small flat into somewhere more suitable for her needs, we helped her sort everything out, including going through the kitchen cupboards. it had all got a bit much for her, and we found some interesting things. She was an excellent cook and until she had a fall she would […]

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More soupy tales

I’m getting a little carried away with my soup making now… leek and potato yesterday, a version of minestrone the day before! My technique has certainly improved but I still have a texture/flavour balance problem… so any advice would be welcome. My soups are always very thick, and I do mean very thick… how do […]

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