The National Trust Book of Scones: 50 Delicious Recipes and Some Curious Crumbs of History

by Sarah Clelland

Overview

Scone obsessive Sarah Cleland has gathered 50 scone recipes from National Trust experts around the country, and has written a quirky guide to 50 National Trust places to delight and entertain you while you bake or eat those blissful treats. Eccentric owners, strange treasures, obscure facts—it's all here. Whip up a Triple Chocolate Scone while you read about the mechanical elephants at Waddeston Manor, savor an Apple & Cinnamon Scone while you absorb the dramatic love life of Henry Cecil of Hanbury Hall, or marvel at a Ightham Mote's Grade 1 listed dog kennel while you savor a Cheese, Spring Onion and Bacon Scone. 50 of the best scones in history and 50 of the best places to read about—you’ll never need to leave the kitchen again. Includes dual measures.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781909881938
Publisher:	HarperCollins UK
Publication date:	07/01/2017
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.30(h) x 1.70(d)

About the Author

Sarah Clelland has visited over 100 National Trust properties in search of the perfect scone. She reviews every property and its scones on her blog, National Trust Scones.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Principles of Scones 8

The Classics 10

Sweet Scones 18

Chocolate Scones 44

Savoury Scones 56

Fruity Scones 84

Festive Scones 112

Index of Properties 124

Index 126

Acknowledgements 128

Editorial Reviews

"[U]tterly delightful and so much fun to cook from. I highly recommend it.” —Sandra's Kitchen Nook



“There’s so much to love in the delightful offering from one of Britain’s most beloved cooks.” —Sandra's Kitchen Nook

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