What does your oven manual say to do? Mary and Paul constantly talk on the Masterclass series about how a french rolling pin is a better option. Thank you for posting, I will be trying this soon. I’m so happy you found the recipe and like ti so much! I am from Scotland and have returned to live there again permanently after 30 years. 08 - Divide the Pastry in two. Good luck with your gran’s recipe. then add a couple of teaspoons of cornflour mixed with a little water, cook for a minute or so ,Cool, before spreading on the pastry. She always made the crust with lard. Dust with caster sugar and cut into squares when cool. This dreamy summer bake is perfect for packing away into your picnic hamper. How lovely to have those strong memories, Catherine. While visiting my daughter in Germany, we were given a basketful of fresh red currants, a sweet-tart berry, and tried this recipe on a whim. I grew up in Lancashire and have been in Canada for 60 years, Oh Margaret, I’m so sorry that I missed your comment until now! This Currant and Cranberry Cold Process Soap is a perfect study in color contrast. 120gr Salted Butter Caster Sugar Also, bake in a large oblong metal baking tray as it makes a crispier bottom pastry. Ooh, lucky you, Elsa! That was kind of you to suggest. Good luck, this should work for you. Stir in the oats and mix well. Cornflour/Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon. I honestly don’t know how it would turn out with just currants, but you do know it’s Zante currants and not black currants that are used, right? Although my father in law totally is obsessed and asked me to make for Thanksgiving. Let me know what you think. We were treated to this recipe many times. I followed the recipe but added an apple into it to thicken it a little. My heritage is Scottish decent for which I am quite proud of. The basic recipe isn’t too different. I hope she loves it, too! Oh that’s so funny, Jill! https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/lemon_drizzle_traybake_01890 This used to be one of my favourites, and I had forgotten about it, so thank you for reminding me.. Generally after Christmas, the British Supermarkets sell jars of mincemeat for 50% or 75% off and I used to substitute that for the dried fruit mix plus the apple. I think the puff pastry would be more like Eccles Cakes. Merlot Sparkle Mica is used to create a … It looks ok I'll try it next weekend. Thank you, scottygirl! She said YES to Paul after his third proposal. It was wonderful! When she isn't in the kitchen, she loves to travel, near and far, as long as good food is involved. Lovely! Bake in a preheated oven at 180C (160C fan, Gas 4) for about 30 minutes. Hope you like this one, too and you’re very welcome! I have never put currents into my recipe. :). © Copyright Uncut Recipes - All Rights Reserved, Please disable your adblock and script blockers to view this page, British Traditional Scottish Fruit Slice - Fly Cemetery Recipes. I’ve been making Fly Cemetries for about 50 years, I always make them with puff pastry. Christina is on a mission to save authentic Italian dishes from extinction, and is constantly promoting Scottish (and British) food as some of the best cuisine the world has to offer—one steak pie and sticky toffee pudding at a time. Note that the word 'raisin' is usually reserved for the dark-coloured dried large grape, and 'currant' is a dried small Black Corinth grape (with 'sultana' outside the US being a golden-coloured dried grape). 1.1lb Currants OMG I LOVE THIS! In the swinging '60s she became the cookery editor of Housewife magazine, followed by Ideal Home magazine. I cannae wait to try ’em! When completely cool, cut into squares or slices. Mary Berry’s chocolate fudge cake is the perfect birthday cake as it’s so easy to make and taste delicious too. ... Mary Berry's Cheese Scones. Brought back wonderful memories reading it here. Because the first time when he proposed Mary was drunk and the second time when he proposed he himself was drunk so she thought that she would never settle with him. I love how you describer your mother “trying” to cool them on a wire rack. I am sure they are! Unless you weighed the sugar, I’m guessing your cup of sugar was packed or more than 6 oz. Thank you. 05 - Line a large, lipped baking tray or dish with baking paper. I have lived in Canada for over 48 years but I still remember the smell of the Flies Graveyards coming out of the oven. 50 g caster sugar. 150gr Salted Butter Photograph: Jason Lowe for the Observer Food Monthly. For the Filling: Lmk, CC. This is definitely not dry, so I’m glad you’re going to try again. Try more of my Scottish recipes in the new year and let me know what you think! Oh dear. Thank YOU! Stay safe! Lightly mark the top into squares or slices, then brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle the caster/Baker's Sugar over the top. 500gr Currants For the Filling: Delicious. 13 - Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the Pastry is turning a golden brown colour. 4.2oz Salted Butter Thanks you. I was searchimg for Raisin Squares as they were sold here. This is DEFINITELY not too sweet for my family and we hate overly sweet bakes. Apparently, I forgot the nutmeg and cinnamon and used too much brown sugar. They were the cheapest cakes and mostly scorned by the kids on the way home from school, but I always had a secret liking for them. ( for topping ). 12 - Sprinkle on top with Caster Sugar. A real fruit pie that oozes sweet rich fruit under layers of crisp flaky pastry. Do you still make them? Roll out the other half of the pastry to cover the top. How to Make Shortbread (& Caramel Shortcake) and The Scottish Baking Awards 2014, Mincemeat Filling for Pies ~ Make it Now for Christmas Gifts in December, Aunt Rosa’s British Bread Pudding, not to be Confused with Bread and Butter Pudding, Homemade Cranberry Lemonade - Christina's Cucina, Scottish Tea Bread (Fruit Loaf) - Christina's Cucina, https://www.christinascucina.com/pie-pastry-in-under-minute-its-possible/, http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/applecharlotte_88965, Maple Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy (and The Fresh 20), Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Make it Your Way! Color contrast can really make your soap stand out. The recipe is actually linked above, but here it is again. OMG, I have a recipe from my grandmother which we call Raisin Squares, I have put an apple into it to thicken it up a little. What a delight to see this. I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe; I’m sure it reminded you of home! Making this slice for my granddaughter to try, fingers crossed she loves it as much as I did when I was a child. I plan to make this for Christmas this year to incorporate our heritage into the celebration. Serve. We like both! now I make them of my grandchildren. ( chilled - diced ) Well I’ve certainly learned something here – I’d never even heard of it but maybe because I lived in a shoebox in Scotland. 0.2oz Mixed Spice Sep 8, 2017 - Following the war cakes were very much a luxury and various methods of producing something from nothing were tried. White currants are the sweetest of all 3 kinds hence the most favorite ones among currant lovers. CC, what a great recipe my favorite. My mum used to make these but she used to cook the fruit first with a little water as well. They are, Susan! Marie Rayner 3 October 2020 at 14:37. Preheat oven to 200°C/ 400°F Roll out half the pastry very thinly and line a Swiss roll tin. Hi Mae, oh I bet lard in the crust would have been great! 10.5oz Plain Flour I bet this is the same recipe (or at least very similar) to your grandmother’s as it’s a very traditional Scottish pastry! That’s lovely, Moira! Thanks! Enjoy! All mary berry posters are produced on-demand using archival inks, ship within 48 hours, and include a 30-day money-back guarantee. 0.5 cup Salted Butter Reply. 2 teaspoons Mixed Spice This looks just like the ones my grandma made as Christmas except that she used lard in the crust—really old recipe. How funny! ( chilled - diced ) Bake near the middle of the oven for about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Believe it or not it’s snowing yes snowing in April…ah well still beautiful..Just finished making “Fleas Graveyards” as we call it…been making and eating them for about sixty years .. Some were delicious and this recipe for Nelson Squares is one It makes each color in the soap pop, and creates a dramatic effect. I also can’t remember them having any apple in them. Thanks for sharing. Mary Berry's classic Christmas cake. Afternoon Tea at the Gardener’s Cottage in Tatton Park, a National Trust Property. Clotted cream. Mary 3 October 2020 at 13:23. When we went to Scotland, our neighbor said to find this in a bakery and try it. She tried to cool them on a wire rack but they were usually gone before they did. ), Orange Cranberry Cake (Bundt, Round or Loaf Pan), Brandy Sauce (for Christmas Pudding and Other Sweets), 1 medium Granny Smith (or sour cooking apple), chopped into small pieces, 1 egg, beaten, to brush the top (optional, if you want to omit egg from the recipe), caster sugar or Baker’s Sugar to dust the top, caster sugar or Baker's Sugar to dust the top. My Scottish grandmother in law made something like this called it currant and Apple squares. 3 cups Currants VANILLA PANETTONE Unilever UK. Regarding the fly cemetaries – could you tell me the correct oven temperature and the cooking time? Practice makes perfect! Let me know how it goes! You're awesome for doing it! :) Thank you, glad you’re enjoying the pics! I also grate my apple into the mixture of fruit and sugar. Hi Eveline, I don’t know if it would work on the bottom, but it definitely would on top! This has to be one of Mary Berry’s finest birthday cake recipes. I have everything on hand but the raisins. Thank you! brown sugar, cream, vanilla extract, gelatin sheets, currant and 5 more. Any dead flies that happened to be there would not be noticed in the fruit. Leave 1cm / 0.4in of pastry dangling over the edge, but cut off any excess more than that. As I mentioned above, one of my favourite things to make with red currants is homemade jam. Was delicious. Merry Christmas! We liked it, but didnt, it was just over the top sweet to us. I can imagine it wouldn’t be the first thing someone might order if they’ve never tasted it before. I love making easy no bake desserts with them such as this Chocolate Pudding Dessert . I did get a quick chuckle when I was reading your instructions as this is how my mind read it; We’re kind of like that with Italian dishes, like “spinach things”! No dead flies needed! But with no flies! Probably some bakers added it and some not. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line the base and sides of a 20cm Combine the butter, syrup, and sugar in a saucepan and heat gently until the ingredients have melted and dissolved. A Dozen Delicious English Recipes That Disprove the Myth of Bad English Food! But it was fun conversation. Paul was an antique bookseller. Haven’t seen this since My Mom made every Christmas, she always called it mincemeat squares. Question: Do you think this recipe would work with just currants and no raisins? Rub together with your fingertips until … https://www.christinascucina.com/pie-pastry-in-under-minute-its-possible/, Hi this sounds lovely but I have a question my husband is diabetic can I use another sweetener or can I omit it, Hi Mavis, I’m sure you can! Thanks so much for following along! To make the crumble mix, put the flour, oats and sugar in a large bowl and add the butter. This saves money and it can be frozen. We looked everywhere but couldn’t find it. So happy to have this recipe–it’s delicious! Do you put the puff pastry on the bottom, too, Maureen? My Mom originated from Dundee Scotland. She is blessed … This is a big favourite in Scotland…. Bake near the middle of the oven for about 30 minutes or until golden brown. - On Direction 10, brush a tablespoon of Milk to help it come together. Recipe by Lise in Indiana. Thinking currants might not be moist enough? I haven’t done it myself, but it’s not like a cake where it would alter the end result. Try this recipe, Maida! Serve with a hot cup of tea! TRADITIONAL BRITISH RECIPE: The posh name for this delicious concoction is 'Fruit Slice' but it is often called 'Fly Cemetery' as the filling of raisins and currants does look a bit like a collection of dead flies! Glaze with egg or milk and bake for 30 minutes or until light gold in colour. I've been making fly cemeteries for 30 years and I think I always made it wrong. :). https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/user/219606/recipe/currant-cake Hi I made it today. Customize your mary berry poster with hundreds of different frame options, and get the exact look that you want for your wall! I wish I could join you! Dessert, Dried Fruit, Flies' Graveyard, Fly Cemetery, Fly's Cemetery, Fruit Slice, Fruit Squares, Pastry, pastry with fruit, Raisins, Scottish, Scottish Dessert, Scottish Food. Commentdocument.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "aa703f808a2d283f0bb1c21449d1e468" );document.getElementById("ed0f1de251").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); A Scottish Italian cook living in Los Angeles, Christina is usually cooking, baking or (cr)eating something scrumptious. Lemon Curd. Bake them, then put caster sugar on top when they come out the oven. I'll be making this tomorrow for my family. She used apple jelly instead of apples which made the squares more moist. Once a week we would have this for pudding, we often wondered if it contained dried flies. I miss her. YES! “Now why’d ya go and put an apple in it, yer not making an apple pie dearie” Ok, everyone has their own version of everything. For the Filling: The story was, all the dried fruit dropped on the floor was swept up at the end of the day and used to make these. ( for topping ), For the Pastry: I can tell you, this is as Scottish as it comes. 6gr Mixed Spice Begin by stirring the dead flies… instead of dried fruit. w, Hi Martha! 09 - Spread the Fruit Mixture over the Pastry. 1.5 cup Plain Flour 07 - Add Currants and mix. :-) Thank you for sharing Christina! Mary Rosa Alleyne Hunnings CBE (née Berry; born 24 March 1935), known professionally as Mary Berry, is a British food writer, chef and television presenter. OMG, that’s so funny, Cathy! I completely agree with both comments! 04 - Preheat the oven to 180C / 356F. Gooseberries can be in season as early as the end of May in the UK, depending on the weather. I asked her if I did something wrong. Also bake it in a METAL tray to make crispier bottom pastry, Use a deep sided tray like a brownie pan as the filling sometimes bubbles up and overflows, making a real mess of the oven. I will try again! Sorry to hear that, Ann. For the cake raisins 175g glacé cherries 350g, halved, rinsed, thoroughly dried … If you don’t mind doing some baking in summer, give these redcurrant crumb bars a go! In our house it was called “Bug squasher”. 100 g blueberries. Anyway we are going to try her recipe too. And…you can also use in savoury dishes, like this smoked mackerel and gooseberry salad. Preheat the oven to 200C/Fan 180C/Gas 6. Required fields are marked *. Thanks for sharing list. I bet you’ll love it even more! Mary Berry’s Bakewell Tart Recipe and a Mincemeat Twist from Christina’s Cucina; Mincemeat Filling for Pies ~ Make it Now for Christmas Gifts in December; Scottish Fruit Slice, Fruit Squares, Fly Cemetery or Fly’s Graveyard (Oh My!) Hope you make it again! More Red Currant Recipes You Should Try. The puff pastry I use would be too high for them but worth a try. Good luck. 1 cup Brown Sugar I’m sure there are MANY variations on the theme. The fruit is naturally sweet so I would try it with half the amount of your preferred sweetener. Lightly mark the top into squares or slices, then brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle the caster/Baker’s Sugar over the top. […] something you can use them in~ Scottish Fruit Slice with a cranberry […]. I have never seen any other recipe for this. They were sold as fruit slices but called squashed fly cakes by us kids. I’ve never heard of “fleas” cemetery! That’s great, Kelly! That’s wonderful to hear, Christine! It’s the recipe my mother made in Scotland for years and we continue to make today. TRADITIONAL BRITISH RECIPE: The posh name for this delicious concoction is 'Fruit Slice' but it is often called 'Fly Cemetery' as the filling of raisins and currants does look a bit like a collection of dead flies! It is still a must at Christmas. So enjoying your videos and photos of your Scottish trip, Christina. Hi Gloria, that’s a funnier name than flies’ cemetery! I often make it for my family and they all love it. All Spice - 1 teasspoon. Been going there over 60 years. I have made quite a few scones here on the blog and I love them all. I’m visiting my daughter, son-in-law and Grandchildren in America, I’m making them tomorrow for the family. Despite that nickname, it is an extremely popular savoury sold by most bakery shops in … Enjoy your trip in Scotland…, Your email address will not be published. Place this on the lined tray. Just about the make this slice, my Mum use to make it all the time. butter, cut into small squares. Mrs Berry continues to stand by the 47-year-old … I’m at moment sitting in lounge in small town near Stirling Scotland. 240gr Brown Sugar I am not sure what I did wrong but I did follow the instructions. So I called her bestie. 75gr Ice Cold Water Wonderful, John! 14 - Leave to cool before slicing. Thank you, Oh Liz, I’m so sorry I missed this question until now! Have a lot of catching up to do there so thanks for the name. https://bakingwithgranny.co.uk/recipe/fruit-slice-fly-cemetery Let me know if you make it! That sounds like a combination of several British sweets, Sheila! Thanks for your lovely comment! I have been looking for this recipe for years. This versatile tangy berry is often found in desserts; here are some scrumptious gooseberry recipes including fools, gooseberry cheesecakes and gooseberry jam. My Scottish Grannies would never call them by their names: instead it was “raisin stuff” or “caramel stuff”. They are just as good (better) made with sultanas. Glad you found it and thank you so much for the note! Off to the store to buy raisins. Roll out just over half the pastry thinly on a lightly floured surface to a circle at least 1.5cm wider than … Buy mary berry posters designed by millions of artists and iconic brands from all over the world. Love that you’re making the Fruit Slice for Christmas! My lovely mother in law made this with mincemeat and covered it with a pale pink confectioners icing flavored almond, with a sprinkle of coconut to look like snow. Cut the pastry in half, and roll out the first half on a sheet of waxed (greaseproof) or parchment paper thinly (about 1/8") into a rectangle to line the bottom of a 9"x13" baking pan (about 11" x 15"). Mary Berry trained at The Cordon Bleu in Paris and Bath School of Home Economics. We’ve never had them turn out dry, but maybe Ann will like your suggestions. Mom was born and raised in Scotland and I was born there, so I enjoy finding many of the foods growing up in Michigan. Despite that nickname, it is an extremely popular savoury sold by most bakery shops in Scotland. haha! Hi Julie, I don’t know about the C conversion for a fan oven, but for F, we just deduct 25 degrees and keep the time the same. Add the filling into the pastry lined pan. I would go with that as I don’t want to steer you awry. Generally after Christmas, British supermarkets reduce jars of mincemeat and I would substitute that for raisins and current, plus the baking apple as your recipe. Press edges together to seal. Spoon into the prepared tin and smooth the surface with a palette knife. My mother gave me her recipe and tastes like yours. ( for topping ), For the Pastry: MY grandmother used to make it when I was young god bless her soul. Was a real treat and I loved it. 11 - Stab a few wee slits into the Pastry to let the air out. Aunt Rosa’s British Bread Pudding, not to be Confused with Bread and Butter Pudding haha! That is so funny! Mum didn’t put the powder sugar on the top until they came out of the oven. FABULOUS. Ok, I might as well start a new recipe at this point. lemon curd. © Lidia Conte; loosely adapted from Lofty Peak. Red Currant Pie (Or is It Cake?) :) CC, […] You may also like this Scottish Fruit Slice recipe! Reply Delete. Directions. Could you please giive me the short rust pastry recipe you use this has been my sticking point can’t seem to get quantity or texture. 10 - Roll out the other half of the Pastry into a similarly sized rectangle, and place this on top, pressing down at the edges to seal. These bars are so tasty, and a great source of sustenance. I am hoping these taste the same as she passed when I was young and didn’t get her receipts, I hope so too, Marie, but I bet they will. CC. I will definitely take a walk down memory lane and make these. Here’s my affiliate link to Amazon You might find them in your grocery store, too, though. Pass down the traditions! After being encouraged in domestic science classes at school, she studied catering and institutional management at college. Yes, I’m so glad you found it and can make it at home! This delightful cake serves 10 people and takes about 50 mins to bake plus preparation and cooling time. Thanks for the tips! Wonderful! made it the other day cant wait to make again, male cook. Too sweet! Help spread the word. You are envied by many, do you know that? It certainly wont be dry Ive been making these for Mary Berry trained at The Cordon Bleu in Paris and Bath School of Home Economics. 02 - Add the Water and mix to bring the Mixture together into a Dough. I wanted to make some scones to enjoy the other day. My kids couldnt stand it. I am from Scotland and returned to live here permanently after 30 years abroad. This recipe is from an old Scottish cookbook and it contains an apple and no cinnamon and nutmeg (that’s very American, definitely not Scottish). In the swinging '60s she became the cookery editor of Housewife magazine, followed by Ideal Home magazine. Hope you enjoy them (sans flies for sure)! I make this using currants, raisins and sultanas, add a good sprinkle of cinnamon and ginger to it, totally delicious. For the Pastry: Like Ann, I’ve been searching for this recipe — it’s the only one of my “Nannie’s” that my Aunt doesn’t have. 03 - Wrap the Dough in cling film and fridge it for at least 15 minutes ( to 2 days ). I grate apple into my mixture but this recipe is much much better. I think the apple just adds a little moistness. Never ask a Scottish Gran what you did wrong, they will tell you. I have a fan oven. On a floured surface, roll the first half out into a large rectangle, about the thickness of a medium coin. This recipe is from an old flour cookbook and the one mum used all the time when we lived in Scotland. Mary Berry married to Paul John March Hunnings in the year of 1966, at Charlcombe Church near her parents' home in Bath. redcurrants, cinnamon, caster sugar, icing sugar, panettone, Carte D'Or Vanilla Ice Cream. Sorry to hear about your mum :(. […]. My supergran is asking for me to make a apple charlotte that she grow up with in the 1940-50’s would you have the old fashion recipes plz. Your email address will not be published. Trim the rough edges. Currant Panna Cotta Marmita. It was delicious. Water - 1 cup /200g /7 ounces. 0.5 cup Salted Butter 0.3 cup Ice Cold Water LOL. Recipes > British Recipes > British Dessert Recipes > British Traditional Scottish Fruit Slice - Fly Cemetery Recipes. She used to call them fruit slices and would bring to church dinners. The currants kept their fresh flavor and the pie/cake was a perfect base. Hi Lynn, I don’t, but you might ask her if this sounds similar to what she grew up with: http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/applecharlotte_88965. I have Zante currants and thought this might be a good recipe for them. I think there’s a typo as I don’t understand what you mean by it was a bit “easy” given what you wrote afterwards. We recently found out that we are of Scottish descend. 8.4oz Brown Sugar 150 ml milk, plus extra for brushing. CC, This recipe reminds me of school dinners. 300gr Plain Flour Combining zingy lemon, creamy coconut and tart blackcurrant, it's a gorgeous sweet treat that is sure to be a huge hit with kids and adults alike - and with it being cut into a total … I do have dried cherries. Thanks again. Thank you for this recipe. ( chilled - diced ) I’m sure you’ll love it, thank you and enjoy! :). Raisins - 2 cups (300g / 10 ounces) and currants -1 cup (150g / 5 ounces) currants (if you can't obtain currants use 3 cups /450g 15g raisins in total) Sugar - 1 cup / 200g / 7 ounces. Venison Medallions with Fresh Blackcurrant Sauce Unilever UK. We tried making them after she passed and it was bit easy, but I think it’s because we didn’t refrigerate the dough first. Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl then rub in the butter, until … I think it’s more difficult to find in bakeries now, Melanie (sadly). 01 - Place the Flour into a large bowl and rub in the chilled Butter, until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Yum, we always called them Flea Cemeteries, a real favourite! Preheat the oven to 200°C/gas mark 6. One of my favourites, makes a fabulous after dinner desert with homemade custard sauce, plus it’s loaded with energy with the currants and raisins, Mmmmmmm! Raisins and currants are sadly underutilized these days. I love to hear this! 06 - Make your filling by heating Butter, Sugar and Spice in a pan over a medium heat until combined and melted. Enjoy! Let me know how it goes! 60 years Just love them I was home in Scotland last year and ate quite a lot of them Very popular in cafe’s Have fun !Keep safe and well at this strange time. I have never heard it called a fly cemetery with sultanas or cherries ONLY with raisins and currents, however I bet it is delicious with other fruits too so I will give it a try. My mom used to make thise very recipe all the times when I was a baby. SunMaid has them, but there are other brands, too. This used to be one of my favourites and I had forgotten about it so thank you for reminding me. ... this tin is used for a wide variety of cakes throughout the show. And not what I remember my grandma making. Must be lovely! Pour on currant filling, spreading evenly, then cover with the rest of the pastry. There are variations on how this fruit slice is made - some people use puff pastry instead of shortcrust pastry. Will have to try your recipe. The flavor is what I remember but the pastry and filling were dry. Thank you so much for your comment! 2.6oz Ice Cold Water Thank you for sharing this recipe. Yes, the fly part is definitely unappealing! 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