A Good Egg!

 Happy Easter!

A little over a week ago blogging friend, Trundling Through Life, visited Parsonage Cottage.  She brought this cheerful wreath, which brightens the kitchen and my spirits with that lovely shot of sunshine yellow.  

We drank coffee, chatted, and laughed a lot, for she has a wonderful sense of humour, as we covered a wide range of topics.    We were joined by none other than Sparky, who chose to leave her usual perch on the window sill to curl up on one of the armchairs.  Highly unusual behaviour for a cat who normally runs for the hills when anyone other than immediate family is around.  

She had decided that Mary was a good egg, and perfectly safe to be around.  

Sparky is an excellent judge of character.

So, back to today. 

Easter Sunday.  

The traditional Lincolnshire pudding for the day was Tansy Pudding.   It consists of a batter pudding, into which the juices from the plant would be squeezed, before cooking.  I can't find a recipe, only references.  I imagine it would be made in the same way that pancakes are made, especially as it is said that it should be eaten with orange marmalade.

The symbolism of it is the interesting bit, for the bitterness of the Tansy was said to represent the bitter herbs given to Christ at his execution.

I do not recommend that anyone try it.  I have read that Tansy can cause problems, skin blistering, etc.  

Wishing you a Happy Easter!