Marguerite Patten

Marguerite Patten

Ration-era inspired recipes from the legendary food writer, broadcaster, and celebrity chef.



  • Apple Cheese Cake

    Apple Cheese Cake

    Cheesecake with a tasty difference - sweet yet sharp, and gorgeous with a blob…

    Total time 1 hr 25 mins

  • Beef Collops

    Beef Collops

    This classic Scottish dish dips tender steak strips in the last wine from the…

    Total time 30 mins

  • Fish Brochettes

    Fish Brochettes

    These can be made ahead of time and chilled until ready to cook.

    Total time 25 mins

  • Ginger Nut Pancakes

    Ginger Nut Pancakes

    These low-cost teatime treats offer the right kind of credit crunch. Good with…

    Total time 20 mins

  • Lamb Mornay

    Lamb Mornay

    Simple, mouth-watering, everyday cooking which dresses lamb chops in a dreamy,…

    Total time 25 mins

  • Navarin of Lamb

    Navarin of Lamb

    This is a succulent French version of Lamb stew, with tender spring veggies…

    Total time 1 hr

  • Sweet & Sour Ham Pâté

    Sweet & Sour Ham Pâté

    Seasonal pâté as colourful as it is elegant - try it with toast.

    Total time 10 mins

  • Turkey a la King

    Turkey a la King

    Turkey leftovers given a delicious, creamy makeover.

    Total time 25 mins

  • Viennoise Pudding

    Viennoise Pudding

    Luxurious bread & butter pudding with a winter-warming Christmas twist.

    Total time 3 hrs 30 mins