Stacy's Kitchen Creations, 51590 Kavon Extension Apt. 139, SD, United States, Yankton, SD (2026)

06/07/2026

Dorset Apple Traybake Cake 🍏🍰
A classic British bake from the heart of Dorset, this apple traybake is beautifully moist, packed with spiced apples, and has a light, fluffy texture. Perfect for afternoon tea or served warm with custard!
🥄 Ingredients
🍏 Cooking apples (Bramley or Granny Smith) – 2 large, peeled, cored & sliced
🍋 Lemon juice – 1 tbsp (to prevent browning)
🧈 Unsalted butter – 175g, softened
🍚 Caster sugar – 175g
🥚 Eggs – 3, beaten
🌾 Self-raising flour – 225g
🌟 Baking powder – 1 tsp
🥄 Ground cinnamon – 1 tsp
🥛 Milk – 2 tbsp
🍚 Icing sugar – for dusting
👨‍🍳 Method
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan 160°C) / Gas Mark 4.
Grease and line a 20cm x 30cm traybake tin with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare the Apples
Toss the apple slices in lemon juice to prevent browning and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Batter
In a bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Gradually add the beaten eggs, mixing well.
Sift in the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon, then fold gently.
Stir in the milk to loosen the batter.
4️⃣ Assemble the Traybake
Spread half the batter into the prepared tin.
Arrange half the apple slices on top, then cover with the remaining batter.
Finish with the remaining apple slices, pressing them slightly into the mixture.
5️⃣ Bake to Perfection
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden and a skewer comes out clean.
Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
6️⃣ Dust & Serve
Once cooled, dust with icing sugar and slice into squares.
Enjoy as is, or serve warm with custard or clotted cream! 🍦
⏱ Cooking Info:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Baking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12-16 slices
Calories: ~280 per slice
A traditional, cosy, and lightly spiced apple cake that’s a real crowd-pleaser! Let me know if you try it. 😍🍏🍰

06/07/2026

Creamy Chicken and Leek Pie 🥧✨
This Creamy Chicken and Leek Pie is a true British classic—tender chicken and soft leeks in a rich, velvety sauce, all wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry. Perfect for a cosy dinner with mash or greens!
🛒 Ingredients
For the Filling:
🍗 Chicken Thighs or Breast – 500g, diced
🧈 Butter – 50g
🧅 Leeks – 2, finely sliced
🧄 Garlic Cloves – 2, minced
🥄 Plain Flour – 2 tbsp
🥛 Milk – 200ml
🍲 Chicken Stock – 200ml
🌿 Dijon Mustard – 1 tsp
🧂 Salt & Black Pepper – To taste
🌿 Thyme or Parsley – 1 tsp, chopped
For the Pastry:
🥐 Puff Pastry – 1 sheet (ready-rolled)
🥚 Egg Yolk – 1, beaten (for glazing)
👨‍🍳 Method
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
Preheat to 200°C (fan 180°C) / Gas Mark 6.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken & Leeks:
Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
Add leeks and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the chicken and cook until lightly golden.
3️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce:
Sprinkle over flour and stir well to coat everything.
Gradually add chicken stock and milk, stirring continuously.
Add mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4️⃣ Assemble the Pie:
Pour the filling into a pie dish.
Roll out the puff pastry and lay it over the top, pressing the edges to seal.
Brush with beaten egg yolk for a golden finish.
5️⃣ Bake & Serve:
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
6️⃣ Enjoy!
Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed greens, or a fresh salad for the ultimate comfort meal!
⏳ Serving Information
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cooking Time: 30 minutes
🍴 Servings: 4
🌟 Calories: ~550 per serving
This rich, creamy, and utterly delicious Chicken and Leek Pie is a true British favourite—perfect for a comforting homemade meal. 🥧🍗💛

06/07/2026

Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken) 🍛🔥
A rich and creamy Indian classic, this butter chicken (murgh makhani) is packed with tender chicken in a velvety, spiced tomato and butter sauce. Perfect with fluffy rice or warm naan for a comforting meal!
🛒 Ingredients:
For the chicken marinade:
🐔 Chicken breast or thighs: 500g, cut into bite-sized pieces
🥛 Greek yoghurt: 100g
🧄 Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
🌿 Ginger: 1 tsp, grated
🌶 Garam masala: 1 tsp
🌶 Chilli powder: ½ tsp
🧂 Salt: ½ tsp
🍋 Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
For the butter sauce:
🧈 Butter: 50g
🧅 Onion: 1, finely chopped
🍅 Tomato purée: 2 tbsp
🍅 Chopped tomatoes: 400g tin
🧄 Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
🌿 Ginger: 1 tsp, grated
🌶 Garam masala: 1 tsp
🌶 Ground cumin: 1 tsp
🌶 Ground coriander: 1 tsp
🌶 Chilli powder: ½ tsp (adjust to taste)
🥄 Sugar: 1 tsp
🥛 Double cream: 150ml
🧂 Salt: To taste
🌿 Fresh coriander: For garnish
👨‍🍳 Method:
1️⃣ 🐔 Marinate the chicken – In a bowl, mix the chicken with yoghurt, garlic, ginger, garam masala, chilli powder, salt, and lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavour).
2️⃣ 🔥 Cook the chicken – Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3️⃣ 🧈 Make the sauce – In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the onion until soft. Add garlic, ginger, and tomato purée, cooking for another minute. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, garam masala, cumin, coriander, chilli powder, sugar, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4️⃣ 🥄 Blend the sauce – Use a blender to purée the sauce until smooth (optional, but makes it extra silky). Return it to the pan.
5️⃣ 🥛 Add the cream & chicken – Stir in the double cream and cooked chicken, simmering for 5 minutes until heated through.
6️⃣ 🌿 Garnish & serve – Sprinkle with fresh coriander and serve with rice or naan.
⏱️ Cooking Info:
Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating)
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~450 per serving
A rich, buttery, and utterly delicious curry—perfect for a cosy night in! 🍛🥰

06/07/2026

Traditional Bubble and Squeak 🥔🥬
Bubble and Squeak is a classic British dish made from leftover vegetables, often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or light supper. It's simple, delicious, and a brilliant way to reduce food waste. Topped with a fried egg, it's utterly irresistible! 🍳
Ingredients
🥔 Mashed Potatoes: 500g (preferably from leftovers)
🥬 Cooked Cabbage or Brussels Sprouts: 250g, finely shredded
🧅 Onion: 1 small, finely chopped
🧈 Butter: 50g
🌻 Vegetable Oil: 2 tbsp
🧂 Salt and Pepper: To taste
🍳 Eggs: 2 (optional, for serving)
Method
🍳 Heat the Butter and Oil: In a large non-stick frying pan, melt the butter and oil over medium heat. This gives the dish a lovely golden crust!
🧅 Cook the Onion: Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and slightly golden, about 5 minutes.
🥔 Combine the Veg: In a bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, shredded cabbage (or sprouts), and softened onion. Season generously with salt and pepper.
🍳 Shape and Fry: Press the mixture into the frying pan, flattening it into a thick pancake shape with the back of a spatula. Fry gently on medium heat for 6-8 minutes, until the bottom is crisp and golden.
🔄 Flip Carefully: Turn the bubble and squeak over (you might need a plate to help!) and cook the other side for another 6-8 minutes until evenly browned.
🍳 Optional Topping: In a separate pan, fry the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
🍽 Serve and Enjoy: Slide your golden bubble and squeak onto a plate, top with a fried egg if using, and enjoy warm!
Serving Information
⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🔥 Cooking Time: 20 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 2-3 | 🌟 Calories: ~300 per serving (without egg)
Bubble and Squeak is perfect for using up Sunday roast leftovers or any extra veg in the fridge. It’s comfort food at its best! 😋

06/07/2026

Old School Sausage Pie 🥧🌭
A true British classic, this old-school sausage pie is packed with rich, savoury filling wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or a hearty lunch with a side of mash and gravy!
🛒 Ingredients:
For the filling:
🥩 Beef or chicken sausage meat: 500g
🧅 Onion: 1, finely chopped
🧄 Garlic: 1 clove, minced
🍞 Breadcrumbs: 50g
🥚 Egg: 1, beaten
🥄 Worcestershire sauce: 1 tbsp
🌿 Fresh thyme: 1 tsp (or ½ tsp dried)
🧀 Cheddar cheese: 50g, grated (optional)
🧂 Salt & black pepper: To taste
For the pastry:
🥧 Ready-made shortcrust pastry: 2 sheets
🥚 Egg: 1, beaten (for egg wash)
👨‍🍳 Method:
1️⃣ 🔥 Preheat the oven – Set your oven to 200°C (fan 180°C) and grease a 20cm pie dish.
2️⃣ 🥩 Prepare the filling – In a bowl, mix the sausage meat with chopped onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, cheese (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
3️⃣ 🥧 Line the pie dish – Roll out one sheet of shortcrust pastry and press it into the base of the dish. Trim any excess.
4️⃣ 🥣 Fill the pie – Spoon the sausage mixture evenly into the pastry case, pressing it down slightly.
5️⃣ 🥄 Top with pastry – Roll out the second sheet of pastry and place it over the filling. Seal the edges by crimping with a fork. Cut a few small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
6️⃣ 🥚 Egg wash & bake – Brush the top with beaten egg and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
7️⃣ ✨ Serve & enjoy – Let the pie rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with creamy mash, peas, and onion gravy for the ultimate comfort meal.
⏱️ Cooking Info:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: ~450 per serving
A proper old-school favourite—rich, hearty, and utterly delicious! 🥧😋

06/07/2026

Traditional Spotted Dick with Custard 🍮🍇
This classic British steamed suet pudding, studded with dried fruits ("spots"), is a cosy dessert that's perfect with a generous drizzle of custard. A nostalgic treat loved for generations!
Ingredients
For the Pudding:
🌾 Self-Raising Flour: 225g
🧈 Suet (Vegetarian or Beef): 100g
🍋 Caster Sugar: 50g
🍇 Currants or Raisins: 125g
🌟 Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp
🥛 Milk: 150ml (approx., to bind)
🧂 Salt: 1 pinch
For the Custard:
🥚 Egg Yolks: 3
🥛 Milk: 500ml
🌼 Caster Sugar: 50g
🌟 Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp
Method
For the Pudding:
🌡️ Prepare the Steamer:
Grease a pudding basin (1.2-litre capacity) with butter and set aside. Prepare a large pot with a steamer insert or a trivet and enough water to steam. Bring to a gentle simmer.
🥣 Mix the Ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix the self-raising flour, suet, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir in the currants or raisins and vanilla extract.
Gradually add milk, a little at a time, until you form a soft but not sticky dough.
🥄 Shape the Pudding:
Transfer the dough into the greased pudding basin, pressing down gently. Cover the top with a layer of greased baking paper, then secure it with foil. Tie it with string to seal the top tightly.
🔥 Steam the Pudding:
Place the basin in the steamer or pot. Cover with a lid and steam gently for 1 hour 30 minutes, checking the water level occasionally to ensure it doesn’t dry out.
For the Custard:
🍮 Make the Custard:
Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla until pale.
Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly, then return the mixture to the pan. Cook gently over low heat, stirring, until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Do not let it boil!
❄️ Rest the Pudding:
Remove the pudding from the steamer and let it cool for 5 minutes. Turn it out onto a plate.
🍽️ Serve:
Slice the pudding and serve hot with a generous drizzle of warm custard.
Serving Information
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🔥 Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
🍴 Servings: 6
🔥 Calories: ~350 per serving (including custard)
A delightfully warming dessert that’s as British as it gets. Enjoy with a smile and a nostalgic nod to tradition! 😊🇬🇧

06/07/2026

Traditional Scottish Clootie Dumpling 🍰🍯
This Clootie Dumpling is a hearty, spiced fruit pudding that’s traditionally boiled in a cloth ("cloot"). Packed with dried fruits, suet, and a mix of warm spices, it’s a comforting and deeply satisfying dessert, perfect for cold winter days or special family gatherings.
Ingredients:
🧈 Suet: 200g
🍚 Self-raising flour: 225g
🍚 Caster sugar: 100g
🍯 Golden syrup: 3 tbsp
🍊 Mixed dried fruit: 200g (raisins, currants, sultanas)
🍏 Grated apple: 1 medium
🥚 Egg: 1, beaten
🧂 Ground mixed spice: 1 tsp
🧂 Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
🧂 Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
🍶 Milk: 100ml
🍃 Pinch of salt
🍋 Lemon zest: 1 tsp
Method:
🍳 Grease a large piece of cloth (a cotton or linen tea towel) and set aside. Make sure it’s large enough to wrap the dumpling.
🍚 Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the suet, self-raising flour, caster sugar, mixed spice, cinnamon, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
🍏 Add the wet ingredients: Stir in the grated apple, lemon zest, beaten egg, and golden syrup. Gradually add the milk, stirring until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
🍇 Add the dried fruit: Fold in the dried fruit until evenly distributed.
🧶 Prepare the dumpling: Spoon the mixture into the centre of the greased cloth. Tie it up securely with kitchen string, leaving enough room for the dumpling to expand as it cooks.
🍲 Boil the dumpling: Bring a large pot of water to the boil, then lower the dumpling into the water. Simmer gently for 2-3 hours, making sure the water doesn’t boil over. Keep checking the water level and top it up if needed.
🍰 Allow to cool: Once cooked, carefully remove the dumpling from the pot and allow it to cool slightly before unwrapping.
🍴 Serve: Traditionally, it’s served warm, often with a dollop of whipped cream or a spoonful of custard.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 2.5–3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: ~250 per serving

06/07/2026

Date and Walnut Traybake Cake 🍰🌰
This moist and delicious traybake is a comforting treat, with the sweetness of dates and the crunch of walnuts. Topped with a smooth and creamy icing, it’s perfect for tea time or as a sweet snack!
Ingredients:
🍯 Dates: 200g, pitted and chopped
🌰 Walnuts: 100g, chopped
🧈 Butter: 100g, softened
🍚 Caster sugar: 100g
🥄 Baking powder: 1 tsp
🥚 Large eggs: 2
🌾 Plain flour: 150g
🥛 Milk: 100ml
🍬 Icing sugar: 200g
🧴 Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
Method:
🍳 Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan) or 200°C (conventional). Grease and line a 20cm x 20cm traybake tin.
🧈 Cream together the butter and caster sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
🥚 Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
🥄 Stir in the baking powder and plain flour, followed by the milk. Mix until smooth.
🍯 Gently fold in the chopped dates and walnuts until evenly distributed in the batter.
🍽️ Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and level the top with a spatula.
🔥 Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
🍰 Allow the cake to cool completely in the tin before icing.
🍬 For the icing, beat together the icing sugar and vanilla extract with a little milk until smooth and spreadable.
🍽️ Spread the icing over the cooled cake and garnish with extra walnuts if desired. Slice into squares and serve!
Serving Information:
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 12 | 🔥 Calories: ~250 per serving

06/07/2026

Traditional Manchester Tart Recipe 🥥🍒
The Manchester Tart is a nostalgic British dessert, known for its flaky pastry base, sweet raspberry jam, creamy custard filling, and a sprinkle of desiccated coconut. Topped with a cherry for a charming finish, it's a retro treat that's perfect for pudding or afternoon tea! 🍵✨
Ingredients:
For the Pastry:
🌾 Plain flour: 200g
🧈 Butter: 100g, cubed and chilled
💧 Cold water: 2–3 tablespoons
🧂 Salt: A pinch
For the Filling:
🍇 Raspberry jam: 4 tablespoons
🥛 Whole milk: 500ml
🥚 Egg yolks: 3
🍚 Caster sugar: 50g
🌾 Cornflour: 2 tablespoons
🌞 Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
For the Topping:
🥥 Desiccated coconut: 3 tablespoons
🍒 Glacé cherries: 8–10
Method:
1. 🌡️ Preheat the oven and prepare the tin:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan) or 200°C. Grease a 23cm tart tin.
2. 🥄 Make the pastry:
In a bowl, rub the chilled butter into the flour and salt until it resembles breadcrumbs.
Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until a dough forms. Wrap in cling film and chill for 15 minutes.
3. 🍪 Blind bake the pastry:
Roll out the chilled pastry on a floured surface and line the tart tin. Prick the base with a fork, line with baking parchment, and fill with baking beans or rice.
Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the beans and parchment, and bake for another 5 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
4. 🍇 Spread the jam:
Once the pastry is cool, spread the raspberry jam evenly over the base.
5. 🥛 Make the custard:
In a saucepan, gently heat the milk until just warm.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sugar, cornflour, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and heat gently, stirring constantly, until thickened. Let it cool slightly, then pour over the jam in the tart case. Smooth the top.
6. 🥥 Add the coconut and cherries:
Sprinkle the desiccated coconut evenly over the custard. Top with glacé cherries, spacing them evenly around the tart.
7. ❄️ Chill and serve:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set before slicing and serving.
Serving Information:
⏱ Prep Time: 30 minutes
⏱ Cook Time: 20 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: 2 hours
🍴 Servings: 8–10 slices
🔥 Calories: ~320 per slice
Tips:
🌟 For extra indulgence, add a thin layer of sliced bananas on top of the jam before adding the custard!
🧊 Store leftovers in the fridge and consume within 2 days.
🥥 Toast the desiccated coconut lightly for a nuttier flavour.
Enjoy this retro Northern delight with a cup of tea and a smile! 🍒

06/07/2026

Classic School Dinner Cheese Flan 🧀🥧
A true British school dinner favourite! This simple yet delicious cheese flan is a nostalgic treat, made with a buttery shortcrust pastry and a rich, cheesy filling. Perfect with chips and beans for the ultimate retro meal!
🛒 Ingredients:
For the pastry:
🌾 Plain flour: 200g
🧈 Unsalted butter: 100g, cold and cubed
🧂 Pinch of salt
🥚 Egg yolk: 1
🥄 Cold water: 2-3 tbsp
For the filling:
🥚 Eggs: 3
🥛 Whole milk: 250ml
🧀 Cheddar cheese: 200g, grated
🥄 Mustard powder: 1 tsp (optional, for extra flavour)
🧂 Salt & black pepper: To taste
👨‍🍳 Method:
1️⃣ 🥧 Make the pastry – In a bowl, rub the butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add the salt, then mix in the egg yolk and cold water until a dough forms. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
2️⃣ 🍪 Roll out & bake the pastry – Roll the pastry on a floured surface and line a 20cm flan dish. Trim the edges and chill for another 10 minutes.
3️⃣ 🔥 Blind bake – Preheat the oven to 190°C (fan 170°C). Line the pastry with baking paper and baking beans, then bake for 15 minutes. Remove the paper and beans, then bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
4️⃣ 🧀 Make the filling – In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in most of the grated cheese, saving some for the top.
5️⃣ 🥄 Assemble the flan – Pour the cheese mixture into the baked pastry case and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
6️⃣ 🔥 Bake – Return to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and just set in the middle.
7️⃣ ✨ Serve & enjoy – Let the flan cool slightly before slicing. Best served with chips and baked beans for a proper school dinner experience!
⏱️ Cooking Info:
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling)
Bake Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories: ~350 per slice
A comforting, cheesy, and nostalgic dish—proper old-school dinner vibes! 🧀🥧😊

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