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Blackberry and apple crumble

Foraging for blackberries {Blackberry and apple crumble}

Posted on August 12, 2017 by jenny

Last weekend we visited our local Farmers Market. On the way we spotted that the bushes were full of beautiful, ripe blackberries and we knew we would have to pick some. We picked up a spare bag whilst we were shopping to put our blackberries in. I’ve been meaning to get to a Pick Your…

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How do you like your pancakes?

How do you like your pancakes? {Hob Pride Pancake Challenge}

Posted on February 21, 2017January 8, 2023 by jenny

I love the first few months of the new year. There is so much going on with birthdays and special days that it’s difficult to be bored for a minute. Next week we will be celebrating Pancake Day here in the UK. My husband *always* makes the pancakes in our house so I have been…

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simple recipe for mincemeat palmiers

Mincemeat palmiers {an alternative to mince pies}

Posted on February 12, 2017December 11, 2017 by jenny

I’m back with another recipe which must be blogged about because it is so simple and good – Mincemeat palmiers. The other week I told you that we had lots of mincemeat left over from Christmas. We used up some making a delicious Mincemeat and marzipan loaf but there was still some left over and I couldn’t…

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Philadelphia Deliciously Whipped

Posted on August 15, 2015September 2, 2015 by jenny

I love to try new things so when I spotted the new Philadelphia Deliciously Whipped during my weekly food shop I picked up a few pots to keep in the fridge. Philadelphia Deliciously Whipped comes in three flavours – Philadelphia Deliciously Whipped Original, Philadelphia Deliciously Whipped Black and Green Olives and Philadelphia Deliciously Whipped Fine Herbs…

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Cheat creme brulee with Golden Oreos

Posted on August 12, 2015 by jenny

I have received product from Oreo for this post. It is an entry to the Foodies100 Wonderfilled recipe challenge sponsored by Oreo, which marks the launch of two exciting new flavours: Peanut Butter and Golden. The delicious new flavours are available in all major supermarkets at an RRP of £1.08. To find out more, visit…

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miffy butter biscuit recipe - the gingerbread house

Miffy butter biscuits

Posted on May 17, 2015September 7, 2023 by jenny

Today is World Baking Day and I couldn’t let it pass without making something special for my family. I had planned to make some tea bag biscuits for the family. I did make them but they didn’t look good enough to share with my family so I used the extra dough to make some Miffy…

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Asparagus and egg salad

Posted on May 15, 2015August 15, 2023 by jenny

Yesterday we experienced typical British weather, the complete opposite of the previous 24 hours. After a long day soaking up the sunshine, it rained practically all day long. I wanted to make a delicious lunch, packed full of good things to give us all some much needed energy and came up with an asparagus and…

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Baked eggs recipe from Lion Eggs and Crumbs Food

Posted on April 28, 2015October 12, 2024 by jenny

This afternoon I’m sharing a quick and healthy baked eggs in tomatoes, parmesan and basil recipe from Lion Eggs and vlogging sisters, Crumbs Food. Our family love eating eggs and I find they are a really versatile ingredient and something we always have. Ingredients needed to make baked eggs: cherry tomatoes or a tin of…

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How to make Pixie Dust popcorn

Posted on April 19, 2015 by jenny

Tomorrow we’re taking part in a home viewing party to mark the release of TinkerBell and the Legend of the NeverBeast on DVD. We were sent a copy of the DVD, some fun props and a bag of yummy popcorn. The children have been ill this weekend and we had to cancel some fun plans…

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Welcome to the gingerbread house blog. I’m Jenny, London mum of two teens. Craft and family lifestyle blogger, occasional baker of gingerbread. Find out more about us, our latest crafts, and be inspired by our days out. Contact me jenny@the-gingerbread-house.co.uk

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