GRASMERE Gingerbread 1854 Sarah Nelson's Recipe
Grasmere Gingerbread has a rich and interesting history, dating back to 1854. It was created by Sarah Nelson, a Victorian cook, in Grasmere, a village in the English Lake District. Sarah started her life with a strong work ethic, working her way up from doing household chores to becoming a cook in a Kendal household. Her culinary skills grew, and she eventually moved to Penrith, where she met and married Wilfred Nelson, a farmhand.
The couple moved to Lancaster, where Sarah gave birth to three children. Tragedy struck in 1852 when their son died of cholera, prompting the family to move to Grasmere. In Grasmere, Sarah took on various jobs, including cooking and baking for larger houses in the district. During this time, in the winter of 1854, Sarah created the unique recipe for Grasmere Gingerbread, a spicy-sweet sensation that was neither a biscuit nor a cake.
Sarah began selling slices of her gingerbread to villagers and tourists, and its popularity grew rapidly. This success allowed her to focus solely on her gingerbread business. Despite facing personal tragedies, including losing her children and husband, Sarah continued to find solace and joy in her gingerbread business.
By the end of the 19th century, Sarah had established herself as a pioneering businesswoman. She safeguarded her secret recipe in a bank vault, and her legacy as a role model for women in business was firmly established. The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop, originating from Sarah's work, continues to be a testament to her innovation and resilience.
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Ingredients:
- Fine Oatmeal: 100g (1 cup)
- All-Purpose Flour: 125g (1 cup)
- Brown Sugar: 100g (1/2 cup)
- Butter: 115g (1/2 cup), plus extra for greasing
- Golden Syrup: 2 tablespoons (can substitute with honey or corn syrup)
- Ground Ginger: 2 teaspoons
- Mixed Spice: 1 teaspoon (a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice)
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Baking Soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Whole Milk: 1 tablespoon
- Optional: Finely chopped candied ginger for extra zing
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Grasmere Gingerbread® - The Secret Life Of... - Gingerbread - Food Network - Full ep
Jim O'Connor presents 'The Secret Life of' for the Food Network. This episodes theme was Gingerbread. Full episode featuring Grasmere Gingerbread®.
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Grasmere Gingerbread® - Rory Bremner's Great British Views - ITV – 2013
Rory Bremner's Great British Views featuring the Lake District on ITV. Rory visits the famous Grasmere Gingerbread Shop.
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Levi Roots visits the Grasmere Gingerbread shop on the Good Food Channel's Market Kitchen Big Adventure.
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