Preparing the festive feast can be stressful for even the most experienced country cook. So it’s best to know when to opt for shop-bought. If you missed Stir-Up Sunday this year and are still without the inclination to wield the wooden spoon, take your pick of the 6 best Christmas…
Steamed food has a bad reputation, but it doesn’t have to be flavour-less and fun-free, insists Philippa Davis. This orange, ginger and cardamom steamed pudding with rhubarb compote is the perfect comfort food for chillier spring nights. For more spring puds made with The Field’s favourite ingredient – rhubarb –…
Whether you opt for goose, pork, partridge or pheasant for the festive feast this year, ensure the table is groaning with sides says Philippa Davis. This spiced pear and ginger sauce pairs excellently with whatever is making up the festive feast. It can be prepared a few days ahead, and…
Pie is the ultimate comfort food, says Philippa Davis. So when something sweet is required, try our pear, apple, blackberry and port pie – best served with a side of sweetened cream. For more puddings guaranteed to brighten a gloomy evening, you can’t do better than our rum and ginger…
Clafoutis is traditionally made with black cherries but, in Philippa Davis’ opinion, this twist on the classic using blackcurrants is far superior. This version of the fruity, French baked pud is perfectly “non eggy” to fully enjoy the tartness of the blackcurrants. We recommend trying this simple recipe for blackcurrant…
Raid the drinks cabinet for that bottle of whisky, but not for dram. Whisky is excellent for adding some extra zing to game suppers and spiced fruity desserts. For example, Philippa Davis’ pear, ginger and whisky crepes. There are few things better at raising spirits than a boozy pud. Try…
Waste was kept to an absolute minimum in the kitchen during wartime rationing. For puddings, stale bread would be turned into useful crumbs and baking paper and foil were always reused. And puddings were a huge treat, with sugar, butter and eggs all in short supply. To celebrate VE Day,…
Rhubarb rhubarb...whatever you are gossiping about, this pudding is the perfect accompaniment
When spring has properly sprung and it is too warm to think of crumbles and pies, rhubarb fool makes a gloriously simple replacement. An old-fashioned classic, the raspberry ripple-like streaks are guaranteed to delight. Follow our simple recipe for this favourite springtime pud. (Read more about the famous rhubarb triangle…
Proper, fudgy brownies are guaranteed crowd pleasers – and they are even better with rhubarb. Philippa Davis’ chocolate and rhubarb brownies are our favourite spring offering. Though if rhubarb is not to everyone’s taste, chocolate mini eggs, Rolos or cut up Mars Bars make excellent replacements. (Read more about the…
