Recipes

In this section of my blog, I share some of my favorite English recipes. These recipes are inspired by my time spent living in England- and by my husband, who is English. My recipes range from main courses, side dishes, drinks, and desserts.

Iced coffee with golden syrup is ready to be served and enjoyed.

2 Summer Coffee Recipes: Iced Coffee with Golden Syrup & Double Chocolate Coffee Beans

This week on the blog, I will be sharing my 2 summer coffee recipes: iced coffee with golden syrup & double chocolate coffee beans. If you like coffee, but find it too hot to drink on a sweltering summer day, then you have come to the right place.  Here you will find my top tips […]

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Fondant, sugar, and sponge- a delightful dessert to behold,

Nostalgic Arctic Roll: A British Dessert for An American Summer

Hello and welcome to my Cotswold Kitchen Mom blog! This week we will be learning how to make my easy British arctic roll recipe- at home. If you like soft vanilla sponge, creamy ice cream, and raspberry jam- then this is the blog post for you. Here you will learn my top tips and tricks

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Homemade British Flapjacks served on an English/ American wooden plaque.

How to Make Easy British Flapjacks with Simple Ingredients

Today on the blog, my Happy Hawks Homeschool crew and I will be teaching you how to make easy British flapjacks with simple ingredients. But first, I suppose I should explain to my American readers what a flapjack is. A flapjack is a chewy, sticky, sweet oat bar filled with lots of buttery goodness. This

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English cheddar cheese turns a warm orange color when baked on top of the bread.

Easy Rustic White Bread Recipe- Crafted with Creamy English Cheddar

Have you ever opened the front door to a home where a fresh loaf of bread has been loving prepared and carefully baked? If you have ever stepped into such a cozy reception, then you can appreciate that warm smell that almost seems to say, “Welcome home.” Easy rustic white bread recipe- crafted with creamy

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The beef and sausage pasta bake has been removed from the oven and is allowed to cool a bit before serving.

Easy Hearty Beef & Sausage Pasta Bake- Classic English Comfort Food

Are you looking for an easy comfort food to make for dinner? Look no further than my hearty beef and sausage pasta bake. This dish is an amalgamation of Italian, English, and American recipes- all rolled into one comfort food. Featuring tender Rotini pasta, a robust marinara sauce, a savory beef and sausage filling, and

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Shortbread cookies with strawberry mallow filling ready to be served.

Shortbread Cookies with Strawberry Mallow Filling: An English Classic with an American Twist

Welcome! This week on the blog we will be making simple shortbread cookies with a lush strawberry mallow filling. These feminine cookies were baked to celebrate my love for thrifted vintage girl decor- along with my love for classic English recipes. I made these special cookies with my daughters- and we sampled them on a

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Banana bread muffins with cinnamon brown sugar crumble served on a tiered platter and a small dinner plate.

Delicious Banana Bread Muffins with Cinnamon Sugar Crumble

Hello and welcome to Cotswold Kitchen Mom. Today, on the blog we will be making a yummy anytime treat- my delicious banana bread muffins with cinnamon sugar crumble. As a mom, I love making banana bread (or banana muffins) for my family. This simple recipe allows me to be resourceful with- otherwise- too ripe bananas.

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Buttery short crust and creamy filling for the ultimate chicken pot. pie

The Ultimate Chicken Pot Pie with Buttery Short Crust Pastry

Welcome to my blog space! This week, my family and I, will be sharing our ultimate chicken pot pie with buttery short crust pastry recipe with YOU! Just imagine, crispy, flaky layers of buttery crust- lying atop a creamy base- filled with lush vegetables and tender, juicy chicken. Basically, chicken pot pie is like a

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Bread and butter pudding served on a thrifted silver tray.

Bread and Butter Pudding- Perfect Mother’s Day Dessert

Are you always on the lookout for easy recipes that utilize leftovers, reduce waste, and limit effort? If so, then my bread and butter pudding is perfect for you. By combining stale (or toasted) bread with decadent cream, a new and delicious English dessert can be created. The best part? This budget friendly recipe is

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The homemade granola bars are ready to be served and enjoyed.

Homemade Granola Bars for Kids: A Special Homeschool Recipe

Hello and welcome to my blog! This week, my children and I, made homemade granola bars as a fun part of a homeschool lesson. We enjoyed this activity so much that we thought we would share the idea with you. If you have never made homemade granola bars, you are in for a real treat.

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An English Sunday roast is served on a dinner plate.

How to Make an Authentic English Roast in America

Spring is in the outside air, and the aroma of a traditional Sunday roast is wafting inside my kitchen. How inviting and warm is the smell of springtime mixed with good food. Are you hungry yet? If the answer is yes, then I would be ‘chuffed to bits’ if you would join me, and my

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The chocolate cornflake nest (baskets are set on an Easter themed table.

Chocolate Cornflake Nests and a Beautiful, Inexpensive Basket Makeover

Hello everyone, and welcome to my blog. As Easter is swiftly approaching, I wanted to share my fun chocolate cornflake nests with you all- as well as a beautiful, inexpensive basket makeover. With just a few ingredients and simple supplies- you too, can create a fun Easter-filled day in your own homes.  These playful activities

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The meringue heart wreath and the inexpensive door wreaths are together on a dining table.

Special Valentine’s Meringue Wreath Recipe and an Inexpensive Wreath Revamp

This week on the blog we have a “wreath” theme going on. With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, my special Valentine’s meringue wreath recipe, and my inexpensive wreath revamp, are the perfect cozy afternoon activities. If you have never made a meringue wreath- indeed, you are in for a real treat. Today we will be

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Cinnamon sugar heart soft pretzels are baked and served on a glass cake stand.

How to Make Soft Pretzel Hearts- a Valentine’s Treat!

With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, I thought I would begin sharing some fun Valentine’s Day treats and ideas with you all. Creating my blog, means preparing for seasonal celebrations a bit earlier than I normally would. Hopefully, my early preparations give you time to try some of these fun Valentine’s Day ideas in your

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Homemade Jaffa cakes mixed with the storebought Jaffa cakes from Target.

Easy Jaffa Cake Recipe for Kids (Better than Store-Bought!)

Happy Friday everyone- and a very Happy New Year to you all! I hope your Christmas was filled with joy and hope- and that the new year, is filled with blessings and love. Today, on the blog, I am sharing with you all my easy Jaffa Cake recipe for kids along with a fun thrifting adventure.

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A Christmas centerpiece using thrifted, vintage items.

Introducing An English Christmas Across the Pond, Lovingly Made

I hope you and your family enjoyed a lovely Christmas filled with many happy memories and love. Christmas can be a difficult time for many people, and I never want to be insensitive to this fact. However, the first Christmas so many years ago was meant to bring great joy- so I want to focus

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The decorated Christmas meringue wreath atop a cutting board.

A Wonderful Meringue Wreath for Christmas- Vibrant and Delicious

Let the countdown to Christmas begin! Here we find ourselves only one week away from celebrating Jesus’ birthday. Don’t panic- take a deep breath and realize that Christmas isn’t about everything being perfect. No, Christmas is about much, much more than that. Unfortunately, this week, my little crew has been a bit under the weather.

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Christmas mince pies on a kitchen counter with a Christmas tree in the background.

Mince Pie Recipe- You Need to Try This Delightful Pie!

Have you ever tried a mince pie? If you are English, then you know this traditional Christmas recipe very well. Mince pies (or mincemeat pies) are a lovely, warm, delightful dessert. I know, I know… their name sounds a little suspect- but hear me out- these little pies really are a delight.  My first recollection

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Cranberry spice cake is decorated and ready to be served.

A Deliciously Cozy Winter Cake Recipe You Will Love

Welcome back, I hope you and your family enjoyed a lovely Thanksgiving celebration (if you are an American reader of course). With one special day now passed, the influx of Christmas preparations will commence. Naturally, I am thrilled to share some of my family’s Christmas traditions with you all. Before I get ahead of myself,

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Cauliflower cheese just out of the over and ready to serve.

How to Make Cauliflower Cheese- an English Delight!

Hiya everyone and welcome back! With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I thought it would be fitting to share one of my husband’s favorite recipes with you all- cauliflower cheese. Cauliflower cheese is a delightful English dish that is simple to make and delicious to eat! Now that is my kind of a recipe! Please join

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