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HERE’S TO YOU, MRS EDEN

’d like to paint a picture of a scene I witnessed about 50 years ago, which left a big imprint on me. Visiting my elderly neighbour Mrs Eden was always a magazine what Mrs Eden was about – encouraging people to cook? So in honour of a very special lady who was an example to me with my children and pupils, here is her recipe: Cream ¾ cup and ½ lb [225g]. Add 1½ cups , ½ cup and a pinch of . Roll out, cut, prick with fork and bake in a slow oven until light brown.

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