TEA WITH JANE AUSTEN (HB)

Inspired by the novels and letters of Jane Austen, this collection of cakes, bakes and pastries is based on authentic recipes from the Regency era, fully updated for modern-day cooks. Recipes featured include English Muffins ('Pride and Prejudice'), Buttered Apple Tart (as offered by Mr. Woodhouse to Miss Bates in 'Emma'), Jumbles ('Mansfield Park'), Plum Cake, Gingerbread, Ratafia Cakes and more. The original recipes are also provided, so you can appreciate modern time-savers such as icing sugar, dried yeast and electric mixers.