Carrot Cake - MS Word document for downloading

Here’s another of the recipes I was asked for at Presentation Evening, followed by the recipe I use at home. Carrot Cake always seems to be popular! I was amused to see how peoples’ faces lit up at the sight of Carrot Cake and Lemon Drizzle Cake (to follow!).

So few people seem to make cakes at home, now. I think that’s a real shame. You only have to look at the aisles in the supermarkets devoted to cakes and biscuits to see that there is a real demand for these foods. It doesn’t have to take up much time and all you need is a reliable recipe, (which I am providing!)

A friend has asked why I use a different recipe at home. The reason is quite simple - I don’t have the size of trays I have in school. I prefer to make more “loaf” style cakes, which fit into the freezer more easily.

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Beef Casserole - MS Word document for downloading

There are many vegetables you can add to vary this lovely Beef Casserole. This is a very straight forward version. I’ll detail “the correct way” to prepare it and then the quick way I often use. It saves time and still tastes delicious, (though a purist would frown!) Make double if you can and start to build up those dishes in the freezer! It can be cooked on the hob, or in the oven.

Serves 4

Preparation time: 15-20 minutes
Cooking time: 3 hours

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