The Tingle Factor Box

Roy Creates Speedy, Cakey, Fruit Slice

This week, Roy needed to make an afternoon treat, in a real hurry. He had promised to make afternoon tea for some of his friends, but when he went to cut the slice he had made, it just hadn't worked. He had made it loads of times, but for whatever reason, it was a disaster, and he needed to make something else. There was only one choice, a quick and easy slice recipe which one of his Grandma's friends, Pam had shared many years ago. It makes a beautiful, cakey slice which everybody loves, and it is ready in a less than an hour - including cooking time! So this week, Roy Creates Speedy, Cakey, Fruit Slice.

Roy Creates Pea And Ham Soup

Earlier this week, Roy was fascinated to see the pea sheller I showed the children, and to learn a little about the history of peas. Roy loves peas, in whatever form they come, and really wanted to make something using them. He thought of making a dip, or a stew, but settled on an old favourite, pea and ham soup. Roy loves soup, especially on these cold days we have been having, and pea and ham is one of his favourites. He thought he would like to share this soup with you too. So this week Roy Creates Pea And Ham Soup.

Roy Creates Mothers Day Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins

This week, with Mothers Day nearly upon us, Roy wanted to make something which would be yummy for his Grandma to have as a breakfast in bed treat. His Grandma, I'm sure, will love this idea, but she has been trying to keep her meals healthy recently, and so I told Roy he needed something a little lighter than bacon and eggs or pancakes with syrup! I suggested making some muffins, because I remember having them often when I was a little girl, so Grandma must like them. He thought this was a great idea and, secretly so that it would be a surprise, we raided Grandma's recipe books. We found this recipe for blueberry muffins which was very easy, and decided to share it with you so you could also make a surprise breakfast in bed. So this week Roy Creates Mothers Day Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins.

Roy Creates Yummy Peanut Chicken

A few weeks ago, Roy tried making peanut butter and was thrilled with the results. It was super crunchy (just like he likes it), and really peanutty. He wanted to see what it would be like in cooking too, and one his favourite dinners is peanut chicken which his Grandma makes. He thought using 'fresh' peanut butter would give an even better taste, and the super crunchy peanut butter would add a nice crunch. He thought it was great, and decided to share the recipe with you. So this week, Roy Creates Yummy Peanut Chicken.

Roy Creates Old Fashioned Hedgehog Slice

This week, Roy decided to make something the kids had been requesting for some time. They had been asking for that 'old slice which is made with leftover biscuits', also known as 'Hedgehog'. There were two problems though. The first, easily solved one is that Roy never has leftover biscuits in the house! A quick trip to the shops solved that, but now we were left with the more difficult problem. Neither Roy's Grandma, nor myself have made hedgehog for years, and the recipe was never written down. So, after a little trial and error, we recreated the original, and now Roy would like to share it with you. So this week, Roy Creates Old Fahioned Hedgehog Slice.

Roy Creates Chicken Myer

This week, with the weather being so cool, Roy felt it was good weather for a nice creamy casserole. Roy loves the smell of casseroles and bakes cooking, and of course the taste! He also loves how easy they are to make, but knows that many of his online friends use ready-made sauces or packets or casserole mix. He thinks this is a shame, because they are so easy to make, so decided to share one of the easiest, which was given to him by his friend Anne, with you. So this week, Roy Creates Chicken Myer.

Roy Creates Chunky Peanut Butter

This week, Roy was disappointed by the weather, with it being so cold and windy where we live. He had wanted to get out and about, but the weather just wasn't right for day trips. On the bright side though, it gave him time to shell peanuts. Roy had picked up a couple of big bags of peanuts a while ago in the hopes of making peanut butter, the way one of his friends had taught him. When he had finished shelling, mixing and pulverising the nuts, he was really pleased with the result and decided to share it with you. So this week, Roy Creates Chunky Peanut Butter. Naturally, this activity is not for those who are allergic to nuts!

Roy Creates Aunty Beryl's Chicken Lorraine Pie

This week, Roy decided he wanted to share one of his favourite pies with his online friends. His Aunty Beryl makes the most delicious Chicken Lorraine Pie with a cheesy crust, a creamy filling and a crunchy crumble on the top. The question was, would she share the recipe with him? Luckily, his Aunty Beryl was not only happy to let Roy in on the secret of her pie, she was also happy for him to share the secret with all his friends. So this week, Roy Creates Aunty Beryl's Chicken Lorraine Pie.

Roy Creates Three Ways With Beetroot - Part 2 - Salad and Dip

Last week, you might remember that Roy purchased a huge bag of beetroot. He wasn't sure what to do with it, but the price was too good to resist, and he hoped his friends and family might have a few suggestions. His Great Grandma kindly shared her recipe for pickled beetroot, which Roy made last week (and they were really tasty!), and another friend shared her recipe for beetroot salad. Roy had enough to try out the salad too, which he thought was delicious, and also thought might make a great base for a dip. He tried turning it into a dip and was really happy with the results, so thought he would share both recipes with you. So this week, Roy Creates Beetroot Salad and Dip.

Roy Creates Three Ways With Beetroot - Part 1 - Pickled

This week, Roy saw a huge bag of beetroot at the markets. It was a very good price, and Roy couldn't resist buying it. The problem was, he had no idea what to do with them and there was an awful lot of beetroot! There was no way we would eat them all immediately, so we needed some way of preserving them. I suggested we try making our own homemade pickled beetroot and, after a quick call to Great Grandma for her recipe, Roy thought this would be easy. Another friend sent us a recipe for a simple beetroot salad, which Roy thought might be a good base for a dip as well. We had enough beetroot that we were able to try all three, so this week Roy will show you how to make the pickles, and next week, he'll make the salad and dip.