New variety of sweet treat

Every day is a new start, and it's looking sunny outside. Ten ducks for breakfast this morning. Now I have to wash and refill the water bowls for the next sitting of smaller birds. I have changed the header of this blog because I get bored looking at the same picture every day. It's becoming quite frosty in the mornings so the heating goes on early. 

I fancy porridge this morning, and I have a secret ingredient. It's not just any porridge, I make a mix from oats, nuts, and seeds, whizzed in a Kenwood and stored in an airtight plastic box. Just dip into it when I want it. 

So in my porridge this morning I have frozen strawberries, and . . . . . drum roll, something new to try. Most people would add a spoonful of jam, but I don't buy jam, or even make any. I came across this jar of Toffee Apple Curd at Gainsborough Old Hall the last time I was there. It's got an English Heritage label on it. I prefer curds to jam. I usually buy, Passion Fruit, Lemon, Lime, or Orange. Let's see what it's like added to porridge. It's blooming lovely.   

Curds make a nice sweet treat on a slice of seeded and or wholemeal bread, or perhaps scones. No need for butter. I'm not sure if this Toffee Apple variety has reached the supermarkets yet, but keep an eye out for it from specialist Farm Shops. Perhaps the posh upmarket shops may start stocking it.

Have a fun loving Thursday. Cast those gloomy thoughts aside and get yourself outdoors.

Toodle pip.   ilona