I’ve been asked for ideas for a few simple medieval-era desserts, suitable for folks new to the idea of historic cooking. Here are a couple of my favorites! Angel’s Food (Catalan, 14th Century) The weeks preceding Lent are a good time to use up the rich cheeses in the household. This delightful Angel’s Food is …
Ryschewys is a fruit-filled hand pie from the 15th century, and was one something that would have been served to King Henry VIII of England. Using my Gluten-Free Sturdy Crust recipe was a success! The pastry was flaky but held together quite well as a hand pie. The filling was a little dry so they were best with a big glass of milk or tea, but I will definitely make these again!
Chef Christy’s Gluten-Free Tart of Spring Greens is a great way to take advantage of beautiful produce from local farms!