@Darren McGrady irish mashed potatoes without using cream please. My method is boiling the potatoes on way too high a heat usually electric five to start once the water turns starchy normally twelve to fourteen minutes and drain the potatoes and then refill with tepid water salted with pink himalayan salt or irish sea salt return to the boil and boil for six mins once potatoes are softening reduce heat to about mark three for a further ten to twelve mins and again drain now reduce once again to mark one and place a tea towel over the saucepan with the lid on a tilt once fairly well steamed then add butter and milk and mash until fluffy with few if any hard lumpiness left and serve
Well the thing is his coverage is purely positive and he's not spilling any secrets or anything, just general light stuff. Plus instead of profiting from it he donated the proceeds of his book to a royal charity. So I doubt this stuff would be a big issue.
The best of the best. I personally have had Darren entertain our executive at my house and he's one of a kind. Darren, looking forward to tasting some of your cooking very soon once again. Patrick Bet-David
@@Darren_McGrady I can NOT get enough of your videos and stories! Cook for me!!! Oh wait, I'm in the States and could hardly afford you, but I do have all of your cookbooks and doing my best to recreate a little bit of England right here in Nebraska. Thank you for keeping me entertained during this very difficult time.
@@arlieldr1 Where did you get the books? I'll buy them now. This chef is amazing. It is like having your uncle cooking for you and telling you secret while he teaches you.
Darren McGrady 👋 I’m a big fan.. so glad you have a channel.. I subscribed so fast... please prepare a venison meal that would be prepared for the family.. that would be interesting if you would share that.. thank you...
These are absolutely fantastic. Fluffy, buttery and pillowy with a the slightest crispy crust that gives as soon as you bite into it. Sweetness level is spot-on. Made them in 35min. So fast and delicious!
Love this guy. Such an extraordinary life, yet so very modest. Plus, I learn so much from his cooking demonstrations and little peeps from behind the Royal curtains. :-)
Thank you so much for the work you put into your videos. I live on Whidbey Island in the Puget Sound. I made your scones for my husband and stepson, both of whom are from Dundee, Scotland. My husband told me that your recipe tastes “just like home”. I think that is the best compliment I could receive, and I hope you also consider it a compliment to you! I am grateful for your generosity in sharing your recipes. I’m also grateful that I can rely on your tried and true recipes for bringing my dear husband a taste of his home. Thank you a thousand times over!
You are such a lovely man. They were Lucky to have you. Your stories of the family are very respectful and fun to listen to. Good luck with your channel!
I love Scones, my MUM used to make them every weekend.. and HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN was RIGHT... ALWAYS JAM FIRST THEN CREAM 😋😋 my mum's FAVORITE was with DATES...❤
His voice is just so soothing and the recipes are super easy to follow...so glad you have your own channel Darren! Looking forward to more awesome content!
I work at a tearoom here in the US and I love comparing our scone recipe to others. Most American scone recipes are frustratingly involved and p different from ours. This recipe is so similar to the one we use at work! Getting to eat "authentic" English scones when I toured there was so cool for me, though the fact that so many had black pepper on them was gross. Can't believe the Queen is a jam first person, what is she thinking? You have to put the cream on first or else it just slides around on the jam and doesn't stick
Cream first, clearly. It takes the place of butter. btw, I live in the UK and haven't yet come across scones with black pepper on: that does NOT sound good.
@@simonhedges5134 I'm surprised you haven't come across them yet! They were everywhere when I was visiting, I couldn't avoid it. I get the idea behind it, I'm all for a good savory scone, but it was on top like you would see castor sugar on a scone in the states so you got smacked by the black pepper and it was just *blech*
Yeah, Americans make huge, cakelike triangular scones with drizzles of icing on them, presumably to differentiate them from Southern "biscuits." And definitely cream first. It sticks to the scone better, and you can push a divot into it with the back of your spoon to hold even more jam.
Like most other comments have already stated, I'm so happy you have a channel on your own. Your passion for cooking and respect for The Royal Family are undeniably unrivalled :)
You are just jealous. He is not disrepecting our Late Queen Elizabeth the 2nd. He is letting the World Know What the Queen Liked About Food. Like Her Majestys Jam Pennies. Much Appreciated. Love from Scotland.xx
I appreciate and love that even though your food is meant for royal pallets; It’s still absolutely relatable, unpretentious, and made with the purest intent to please.
I had scones every Friday growing up but these are by far the tastiest scones I've ever tried. Such a gorgeous flavour and never dry. Thank you for sharing this recipe!!
Those scones are so tasty great to see a chef like him showing his talent after all those years in cooking .true chef. Thank u for passing ur knowledge .from a chef
I just made these scones and they were AMAZING. I think the best that I have ever had and the recipe was super easy to follow. I now have found my full proof scone recipe. Thank you for that!!! I definitely do cream first though.
I like how clear and simple (steps) to bake these lovely scones, as compared to other recipes I have. It was a huge success when I baked yesterday! Within minutes, all 16 of them wipe out! I m gg to bake another tray today😉✌
I just discovered you and your channel today. I have started a bit of a binge watch of your lovely recipes. Oh, and I am definitely a cream first kind of person. It is easier to spread and then dollop on the jam.
I am an Australian but my grandparents were British. My Dad (whose parents were British) always put butter, jam and cream whereas my Aussie Mum was taught jam and cream. To this day I still eat scones with butter, jam and cream. Love your videos. Thank you so much.
I’ve always been “cream first”, but now that I know Her Majesty does it the other way around I shall amend my scone garnishing protocol. BTW, I’d love to see how you make kedgeree
I just subscribed after watching the videos you did for delish and your to videos here. I love your passion for food and the stories you tell during cooking. I'm sorry but I laughed pretty hard when you said you ran away from the queens corgies. I cannot wait to see new videos. Also confession I have never had a scone before...Now I will wait for the comments about that lol.
I made them this afternoon. They are very nice. I tried to fit my family members’ expectations so I keep some original and then put some raisins or cheese with chilli into some scones. They are delicious. Thank you for your recipe.
My mother was from London, England and my father was from N.Ireland and they moved to Canada. We had our tea biscuits/ scones with jam first and cream on top. Mom used unsalted butter so salt was added to the recipe.
Darren, I like them very much. I am sure it was a great experience for you to cook for the Queen et al. The Queen is wonderful, devoted to Great Britain; I admire her a lot. However, I just made the scones today using your recipe. They came out great. Thank you! Gabriella
@I M I actually find the consistency of cream heavier than jam. Most scone makers agree that it’s a matter of personal taste. The jam on cream seems to be more of a British thing, here in Australia it’s more cream on jam.
I love scones! They are my favorite pastry. My favorite is the blue berry scone I get them from Starbucks. Now, with your recipe I CAN BAKE MY OWN BLUE BERRY SCONES! Oh my, I am thrilled! I will try it this week. Xoxo. ❤
I just did this today. Thank you for this recipe. Couple that with your clotted cream recipe and a nice strawberry jam and I was in heaven. Best damn tea snack I've ever had.
What a coincidence finding this channel on Prince Philip's funeral day while looking up scone recipes... You now have a new subscriber Sir as I enjoy the way you teach all the while adding anecdotes of your years as a royal chef.
I like my biscuits with honey-butter. (Note: The only real difference between American Southern Biscuits and British Scones are buttermilk instead of milk, no egg, and way less sugar)
Scones don't even usually have egg, usually it's just a brush of milk over the top. I think some American biscuits are done to be flaky through rough lamination by treating the butter a bit differently the hydration level is slightly different too, and like you said, acid with the buttermilk. But I've seen some things Americans call scones which are these weird things with dried fruit & things mixed through & cut into triangles, look more like rock cakes than scones.
@@InnuendoXP Exactly. Unfortunately I, too, have had those dried fruit things...really horrible. As I recall from my youth, for the layered result or at least for the flakeyness, the butter must be cold, cut into the flower and handled very little. Best to use the biscuit cutter with the dough on a cold surface in the summer. I don't remember sugar. Baking powder, yes; or, buttermilk with a little baking soda instead. These look much better than other "scones" I've had.
@@wholeNwon yeah agreed, I think British scones definitely do have a lot more in common with American biscuits than American scones, like yorkshire puddings to popovers.
I always expect her majesty to come around the corner looking for a snacky. I loved your tribute for Prince Phillip he would definitely be there looking for a bit to taste test. Thank you so much for you videos they are a treat to watch.
I learned in middle school to put whatever that will work as a moisture barrier first. Butter, cream, mayo, peanut butter, Nutella, cream cheese and so on. The more wet layer goes after. I’ve been doing it like that ever since.
Darren. I saw the videos you did on the other foodie channel and I was obsessed with you and the stories you had to tell. I am elated that I've just discovered your TH-cam channel and can't wait to binge the last 3 weeks worth of your content!!
Thank you so much for this recipe. I have always been too intimidated to try making scones, but it looks so easy when you do it, I just may give it a go, maybe with my granddaughter. We will have butter, cream and jam on them.🥰🥰
Cream first! Thank you for showing us how to make scones. I live in Mexico City and it's quite difficult to get someone who knows how to make these British meals like you!
Just found your channel! Wow those look amazing! I live in New Hampshire USA and I have seen clotted cream in the stores here. Never really knew what I would use it for. Now I have a reason to buy it, yay! I hope it would also go well with orange marmalade. That’s my favorite! Thank you for the recipe. It’s quite close to my biscuit recipe.
Really loving the videos Darren it’s great to hear about the royal families likes and dislikes as well as actually teaching us some of your recipes.... keep them coming 👍
Darren, thank you for your interesting and enjoyable videos. Your enthusiasm is wonderful to watch, and the stories of life working for the Queen is educational. As for recipes, would you please share some of the old recipes that have been served for decades? There must be traditional recipes that the Royal Family eats. I will make scones tomorrow. Jam first, then four times as much cream! .Cheers.
I've had scones a few times when visiting the UK and they are have been DELICIOUS. Now I can make some at home too, yay! One request: Could you note the temperature units (Fahrenheit) in your recipes? A few metric people might burnt their scones after setting the over to 350 degrees Celsius 😉
Even American Cooks has started to note both Celsius and Fahrenheit temps in their recipes. This guy is British, that he only told the Fahrenheit temp made my respect for him plummet more than one degree. I do not care where he currently live. He is so British to listen to and watch it almost hurts, and he makes his money on the fact he used to be cooking for the British Royal familie.
Thank you so much.... My Grandmother (RIP)... went to England back in the 60s many times and came back with this same recipe ... Simple and delicious... she also brought me back (real) Tea cup and Saucer... Great Memories..
Sentiments shared! Well done Chef and best wishes from Kenya. Have been a fan. Thank you for explaining origin of St. George, that was the name of my primary school!
I love your youtube channel and the videos you did with Delish! You clearly have a passion for it and a knack for storytelling! I would love to see a video or suggestion about your favorite rustic dish. Do you have any in mind? Amidst the quarantine, I'm turning to cooking as a hobby!
Congratulations Darren on the new channel. Just want to say you have a great way about you that suits tv so well. I’m now a regular maker of Salmon Coulibiac now thanks to you too. Can’t wait for new videos. I was going to ask whether you would be able to do any dishes involving game like Rabbit or Venison? Cheers, Laurie
Could you do the recipes in grams so its consistent everywhere? Unless your American but they can do some quick conversions on google. As cups, tsp and sticks are really not a consistent measurement. Also for the oven temp I sure you mean 350 Fahrenheit but there are a few ovens that go up to 350 Celsius so someone that has never baked before may just set their oven on fire or at the very least make charcoal if you don't state what you are using.
I am a jam first type of girl... When you take your first bite and the clotted cream hits the top of your pallet it is phenomenal especially when you finish it off with a little bit of sweetness of the jam
Chef,may I know 1 stick butter equal how many grams n 1cup flour equal how many grams?I'm scones fan but I haven't find out my favorite recipe yet. Please advise. Thanks you so much
I tried this recipe for the 2nd time today. First time I failed as I added too much milk, ended up need to add more flour then over kneaded it. 2nd time is a success I would say, as I reduced the portion by half made it easier to control for newbies like me. The only downside is I used a halogen roaster instead of convection oven. It made the outside darker and harder, but inside still soft. Thanks for this great recipe.
In Canada they are called both sometimes But there's a difference in how they are cut/shaped when giving them either name..scones are normally cut into the shape of a triangle and tea biscuits are Always round...and yes there's also the difference in sweetness, depending on your own preferences... It's all good though, and very tasty either way, either name.
@@triciabarr4620 that's the same here in America, scones are completely different than biscuits. I don't know how old this person is, because this individual doesn't seem very experienced when it comes to food but scones and biscuits are absolutely two different things in the states. We do not call biscuits scones, whatsoever. They are two different things, like you said in your comment.
no we don't. We call biscuits biscuits in America, and we call scones scones. Just because you don't know the difference doesn't mean spreading misinformation is necessarily a good thing dear🙏 just a heads up.
It's sort of like whipped cream but a lot heavier (lighter than cream cheese). So delicious. I'm not from the UK though, only been there twice but I miss clotted cream when I leave!
I for one appreciate that it is not in grams or weighted measurements. Imperial works for me - most measuring cups and spoons have dual measurements on them.
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i would like to give it a rasperry jelly ist and then cream on the top.,.
@Darren McGrady irish mashed potatoes without using cream please.
My method is boiling the potatoes on way too high a heat usually electric five to start once the water turns starchy normally twelve to fourteen minutes and drain the potatoes and then refill with tepid water salted with pink himalayan salt or irish sea salt return to the boil and boil for six mins once potatoes are softening reduce heat to about mark three for a further ten to twelve mins and again drain now reduce once again to mark one and place a tea towel over the saucepan with the lid on a tilt once fairly well steamed then add butter and milk and mash until fluffy with few if any hard lumpiness left and serve
I can't find the quantities 😭 was so excited
Hello chef McGrady
Thank you very much for sharing this recipe.
Is it 350 °F or °C?
I have a question for you SIR how do I make cucumber sandwiches. 🥒
I’m so glad you made your own channel. You deserve your own tv show. Would you ever cook for them again?
Thank you. Would be fun to have a TV show. But love having a TH-cam channel right now.
@De St No that is not a negative it's an avoidance of the question.
He’s spilled the tea, so I doubt he’d be working there again
Well the thing is his coverage is purely positive and he's not spilling any secrets or anything, just general light stuff. Plus instead of profiting from it he donated the proceeds of his book to a royal charity.
So I doubt this stuff would be a big issue.
You are absolutly right! Me too!
I love this guy he makes me happy
Thank you Jordan
@@Darren_McGradyGod and the Queen bless you. Greetings from Mexico.
The best of the best. I personally have had Darren entertain our executive at my house and he's one of a kind. Darren, looking forward to tasting some of your cooking very soon once again. Patrick Bet-David
Thank you Patrick for your kind words. Looking forward to cooking for you once this mess is all over.
@@Darren_McGrady I can NOT get enough of your videos and stories! Cook for me!!! Oh wait, I'm in the States and could hardly afford you, but I do have all of your cookbooks and doing my best to recreate a little bit of England right here in Nebraska. Thank you for keeping me entertained during this very difficult time.
@@arlieldr1 Where did you get the books? I'll buy them now. This chef is amazing. It is like having your uncle cooking for you and telling you secret while he teaches you.
Jam first and then Cream :)
Darren McGrady 👋 I’m a big fan.. so glad you have a channel.. I subscribed so fast... please prepare a venison meal that would be prepared for the family.. that would be interesting if you would share that.. thank you...
He’d be great for a children’s cookery show. Really friendly, informative and he explains what he’s doing in great detail.
Plus in his later videos he allows for the audience to make it their own!
These are absolutely fantastic. Fluffy, buttery and pillowy with a the slightest crispy crust that gives as soon as you bite into it. Sweetness level is spot-on. Made them in 35min. So fast and delicious!
Are you jam first or cream first on your scones ?
I’m not sure what cream is
Jam first for me
Cream and then jam!!!
Darren McGrady oh butter or cream!
American here, so we do butter than jam. Clotted cream isn't heard of by many on this side of the pond.
After seeing this, I will be getting your cookbook. Thank you for the scone lesson.
Hope you like it!
Love this guy. Such an extraordinary life, yet so very modest. Plus, I learn so much from his cooking demonstrations and little peeps from behind the Royal curtains. :-)
I love the fact that you get to learn history while learning how to cook. This brings a whole new dimension to cooking shows. Great job!
Thank you so much for the work you put into your videos. I live on Whidbey Island in the Puget Sound. I made your scones for my husband and stepson, both of whom are from Dundee, Scotland. My husband told me that your recipe tastes “just like home”. I think that is the best compliment I could receive, and I hope you also consider it a compliment to you! I am grateful for your generosity in sharing your recipes. I’m also grateful that I can rely on your tried and true recipes for bringing my dear husband a taste of his home. Thank you a thousand times over!
I'm from Puget sound area too! I'm always so homesick.
I really love this man's zest for life and food. It's a joy to learn cooking from this gentleman :)
I bet he must be a younger descendant of Mrs. Crocombe. He got so much witty wisdom!!
I think you are a true gem! Your recipes are divine, your stories delightful and your laughter is contagious! Please never stop what your doing 😊
You are such a lovely man. They were Lucky to have you. Your stories of the family are very respectful and fun to listen to. Good luck with your channel!
I love Scones, my MUM used to make them every weekend.. and HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN was RIGHT...
ALWAYS JAM FIRST THEN CREAM 😋😋 my mum's FAVORITE was with DATES...❤
His voice is just so soothing and the recipes are super easy to follow...so glad you have your own channel Darren! Looking forward to more awesome content!
I work at a tearoom here in the US and I love comparing our scone recipe to others. Most American scone recipes are frustratingly involved and p different from ours. This recipe is so similar to the one we use at work! Getting to eat "authentic" English scones when I toured there was so cool for me, though the fact that so many had black pepper on them was gross. Can't believe the Queen is a jam first person, what is she thinking? You have to put the cream on first or else it just slides around on the jam and doesn't stick
Noooooo.... JAM FIRST :)
@@Darren_McGrady LOl well done for upsetting half of Devon.
Cream first, clearly. It takes the place of butter.
btw, I live in the UK and haven't yet come across scones with black pepper on: that does NOT sound good.
@@simonhedges5134 I'm surprised you haven't come across them yet! They were everywhere when I was visiting, I couldn't avoid it. I get the idea behind it, I'm all for a good savory scone, but it was on top like you would see castor sugar on a scone in the states so you got smacked by the black pepper and it was just *blech*
Yeah, Americans make huge, cakelike triangular scones with drizzles of icing on them, presumably to differentiate them from Southern "biscuits."
And definitely cream first. It sticks to the scone better, and you can push a divot into it with the back of your spoon to hold even more jam.
Like most other comments have already stated, I'm so happy you have a channel on your own. Your passion for cooking and respect for The Royal Family are undeniably unrivalled :)
He's 'dishing' on HMTQ and disregarding his NDA. I wouldn't trust him to pour me cornflakes.
You are just jealous. He is not disrepecting our Late Queen Elizabeth the 2nd. He is letting the World Know What the Queen Liked About Food. Like Her Majestys Jam Pennies. Much Appreciated. Love from Scotland.xx
You’re such a funny, cute, adorable little peach! I fricken love you already!
After watching this, I had to walk into a cafe and get myself my first ever scones with strawberry jam and cream. Omg 😱 it’s so good.
He's so delightful when he cooks! I love his enthusiasm and passion :)
"We will start with flowa, sugua, baking powda, and butta"
Love your accent, and love your channel ☺️
Ahhh, British people... *contented sigh* :)
👁️👄👁️🇬🇧✊. 😂🤣😂
We must sound so uncivilized to them 🤣
I appreciate and love that even though your food is meant for royal pallets; It’s still absolutely relatable, unpretentious, and made with the purest intent to please.
Looking good. Jam first .always in Shropshire .
You are so sincere and can feel your passion for food. I can make the scones with my kids during quarantine. Thanks so much for posting this!
I had scones every Friday growing up but these are by far the tastiest scones I've ever tried. Such a gorgeous flavour and never dry. Thank you for sharing this recipe!!
Those scones are so tasty great to see a chef like him showing his talent after all those years in cooking .true chef. Thank u for passing ur knowledge .from a chef
Thank you, thank you, thank you. A plain scone recipe I've been wanting for, for a long time, with real time method - and fit for a queen!
I just made these scones and they were AMAZING. I think the best that I have ever had and the recipe was super easy to follow. I now have found my full proof scone recipe. Thank you for that!!! I definitely do cream first though.
What recipe?? He did not give measured amounts unless I missed it ?
@@boopadoop60 look in the description beneath the video for the full recipe
Omg I need these in my mouth now 🥲 im crying at how scrumptious they look.
I cannot wait to make these! It also must be said, Darren is so likable, charismatic, and a great teacher! 🤗
I'm in New Zealand, if we were putting cream on, it always went on TOP of the jam, but it tended to be lightly whipped cream as opposed to clotted;.
I like how clear and simple (steps) to bake these lovely scones, as compared to other recipes I have. It was a huge success when I baked yesterday! Within minutes, all 16 of them wipe out! I m gg to bake another tray today😉✌
What is the amount of each ingredient for the recipe?
I just discovered you and your channel today. I have started a bit of a binge watch of your lovely recipes. Oh, and I am definitely a cream first kind of person. It is easier to spread and then dollop on the jam.
My thoughts exactly!!! The jam stays on better!!!
You’re so genuine and your stories have so much life. You’ve got a new fan here!
Thank YOU for bringing the Royal kitchen to our homes
I am an Australian but my grandparents were British. My Dad (whose parents were British) always put butter, jam and cream whereas my Aussie Mum was taught jam and cream. To this day I still eat scones with butter, jam and cream. Love your videos. Thank you so much.
I'm a Cornish chef, it's jam then clotted cream 👍
@@kernow_yid9156 Or in Devon its jam first.. They are eaten so quickly I think it doesn't matter! lol.
@emmsue1053 it does matter ask any Cornish person
I’ve always been “cream first”, but now that I know Her Majesty does it the other way around I shall amend my scone garnishing protocol. BTW, I’d love to see how you make kedgeree
Don't! The Queen's got it wrong!!!
@@davidtaylor2054 No, no! She's right! She's the Queen!!
@@james-p She's currently Olivia Colman.
I just subscribed after watching the videos you did for delish and your to videos here. I love your passion for food and the stories you tell during cooking. I'm sorry but I laughed pretty hard when you said you ran away from the queens corgies. I cannot wait to see new videos. Also confession I have never had a scone before...Now I will wait for the comments about that lol.
Awesome! Thank you!
Well, I was actually enraged. Your Majesty! Train those dogs to respect your awesome chef.
so happy you liked our series :)
Love your expertise in cooking. Please, your version of a stuffing for a large bird. A bread stuffing of sorts, please. Thank you.R. Miller
@Cats Eye even with jam and cream on them? I don’t do clotted cream, just a nice airy whipped cream!
I always love a cook that enjoys their own creations and eats without apology. 🤜💙🇺🇸
LONG LIVE THE QUEEEN...!!! Thank you for sharing your talents and expertise with us, Darren...!!!! ;D
I made them this afternoon. They are very nice. I tried to fit my family members’ expectations so I keep some original and then put some raisins or cheese with chilli into some scones. They are delicious. Thank you for your recipe.
My mother was from London, England and my father was from N.Ireland and they moved to Canada. We had our tea biscuits/ scones with jam first and cream on top. Mom used unsalted butter so salt was added to the recipe.
I’d love to see her whole tea service!!! 😍😍😍 sandwiches and sweets! What would her tea be?! Super fun! Thank you!!
You sound so loving when you share your experience, makes it a treat to watch you 😍
Darren, I like them very much. I am sure it was a great experience for you to cook for the Queen et al. The Queen is wonderful, devoted to Great Britain; I admire her a lot. However, I just made the scones today using your recipe. They came out great. Thank you! Gabriella
Jam first, then cream. It’s easier to put cream on top of jam than vice versa.
@I M I actually find the consistency of cream heavier than jam. Most scone makers agree that it’s a matter of personal taste. The jam on cream seems to be more of a British thing, here in Australia it’s more cream on jam.
These videos are my favorite way to pass quarantine!
You can actually find this food referrence in "The Crown." The scene when the Queen had the meeting with Mrs. Kennedy at the Windsor Palace.
Can't believe they had her cut a scone with a knife, NO! You're supposed to break it open like chef did here. What a major faux pas 🤦♀️
I could listen to this man for hours!!! Amazing stories with a terrific storyteller!
Thanks for watching, please share with your friends :)
What a humble and pleasant person you are..! I do really enjoy watching your videos.Thank you.!!!!
I appreciate that! thank you
I love scones! They are my favorite pastry. My favorite is the blue berry scone I get them from Starbucks. Now, with your recipe I CAN BAKE MY OWN BLUE BERRY SCONES! Oh my, I am thrilled! I will try it this week. Xoxo. ❤
I just did this today. Thank you for this recipe. Couple that with your clotted cream recipe and a nice strawberry jam and I was in heaven. Best damn tea snack I've ever had.
What is the amount of each ingredient for the recipe?
he’s so adorable!!! never fails to bring a smile to my depressed self
These scones are absolutely marvellous! Thanks Darren 😊
What a coincidence finding this channel on Prince Philip's funeral day while looking up scone recipes... You now have a new subscriber Sir as I enjoy the way you teach all the while adding anecdotes of your years as a royal chef.
His personality is so sweet. I'm in love with him 😀😊❤❤
Can't wait for more delicious recipes👏
I was thinking of making lemonade scones the other day, so watching this has made we want to start baking again.. Jam first, definitely
I like my biscuits with honey-butter.
(Note: The only real difference between American Southern Biscuits and British Scones are buttermilk instead of milk, no egg, and way less sugar)
Scones don't even usually have egg, usually it's just a brush of milk over the top.
I think some American biscuits are done to be flaky through rough lamination by treating the butter a bit differently the hydration level is slightly different too, and like you said, acid with the buttermilk.
But I've seen some things Americans call scones which are these weird things with dried fruit & things mixed through & cut into triangles, look more like rock cakes than scones.
@@InnuendoXP Exactly. Unfortunately I, too, have had those dried fruit things...really horrible. As I recall from my youth, for the layered result or at least for the flakeyness, the butter must be cold, cut into the flower and handled very little. Best to use the biscuit cutter with the dough on a cold surface in the summer. I don't remember sugar. Baking powder, yes; or, buttermilk with a little baking soda instead. These look much better than other "scones" I've had.
@@wholeNwon yeah agreed, I think British scones definitely do have a lot more in common with American biscuits than American scones, like yorkshire puddings to popovers.
Scones r so good they’re like rich and buttery and kind of like cake but the crumb is tighter
We use milk and eggs just no sugar
The most wholesome chef ever
I always expect her majesty to come around the corner looking for a snacky. I loved your tribute for Prince Phillip he would definitely be there looking for a bit to taste test. Thank you so much for you videos they are a treat to watch.
I learned in middle school to put whatever that will work as a moisture barrier first. Butter, cream, mayo, peanut butter, Nutella, cream cheese and so on. The more wet layer goes after. I’ve been doing it like that ever since.
Darren. I saw the videos you did on the other foodie channel and I was obsessed with you and the stories you had to tell. I am elated that I've just discovered your TH-cam channel and can't wait to binge the last 3 weeks worth of your content!!
Wow, thank you! Hope you enjoy these Adam
The British version of milk or cereal first “jam or cream first”
Cereal... How else would you know the correct amount of milk.
How is that even a debate-worthy it's cereal first.
only a psychopath would pour the milk first
It's actually brush your teeth first or go to sleep first! 😂🇬🇧
I mean we eat cereal too lol
I made the scones and they turned out beautifully. Thanks so much for the recipe Darren!
I've been a Cornish chef for twenty years....its definatly Jam first. I'll look forward to watching you cook! Nice to meet you 👍
Thank you so much for this recipe. I have always been too intimidated to try making scones, but it looks so easy when you do it, I just may give it a go, maybe with my granddaughter. We will have butter, cream and jam on them.🥰🥰
Cream first! Thank you for showing us how to make scones. I live in Mexico City and it's quite difficult to get someone who knows how to make these British meals like you!
Just found your channel! Wow those look amazing! I live in New Hampshire USA and I have seen clotted cream in the stores here. Never really knew what I would use it for. Now I have a reason to buy it, yay! I hope it would also go well with orange marmalade. That’s my favorite! Thank you for the recipe. It’s quite close to my biscuit recipe.
Really loving the videos Darren it’s great to hear about the royal families likes and dislikes as well as actually teaching us some of your recipes.... keep them coming 👍
Wow. I just found this channel, so many wonderful recipies. Definately jam first. 😍👍😃
Darren, thank you for your interesting and enjoyable videos. Your enthusiasm is wonderful to watch, and the stories of life working for the Queen is educational. As for recipes, would you please share some of the old recipes that have been served for decades? There must be traditional recipes that the Royal Family eats. I will make scones tomorrow. Jam first, then four times as much cream! .Cheers.
Were is the recipe of the scones?
Just one suggestion - cut down the background tune. We come to listen to your richness and the tune doesn't help in anyway.
I agree. ALL background music is annoying, distracting, and muffles the vocal content. If I wanted a music video, I'd go find a good one.
I just turn the volume down.
Unfortunately Darren ... you arnt giving us the “QUANTITIES”.. which makes the WORLD of difference ..
I like the music.
I've had scones a few times when visiting the UK and they are have been DELICIOUS. Now I can make some at home too, yay!
One request: Could you note the temperature units (Fahrenheit) in your recipes? A few metric people might burnt their scones after setting the over to 350 degrees Celsius 😉
@Siva sankar he's currently based in America and I suppose the youtube channel is too
Even American Cooks has started to note both Celsius and Fahrenheit temps in their recipes. This guy is British, that he only told the Fahrenheit temp made my respect for him plummet more than one degree. I do not care where he currently live. He is so British to listen to and watch it almost hurts, and he makes his money on the fact he used to be cooking for the British Royal familie.
350/2 = 175
I made these for an afternoon tea I hosted and they were a hit! They are so light, fluffy, and delicious. Thank you ❤
Thank you so much....
My Grandmother (RIP)... went to England back in the 60s many times and came back with this same recipe ... Simple and delicious... she also brought me back (real) Tea cup and Saucer...
Great Memories..
Yeah! So glad to see you have TH-camd yourself. I was wishing you would.
More to come!
Sentiments shared! Well done Chef and best wishes from Kenya. Have been a fan. Thank you for explaining origin of St. George, that was the name of my primary school!
Wanini Gichuki need to know measurements used!
Darren McGrady beautiful demonstration, but I need the measurements of the ingredients pls.
@@dorismamo8634 Look in the description.
This tells my why my biscuits are always hard. I am kneading them to much. Thank you Chef.
You are so welcome
I love your youtube channel and the videos you did with Delish! You clearly have a passion for it and a knack for storytelling!
I would love to see a video or suggestion about your favorite rustic dish. Do you have any in mind? Amidst the quarantine, I'm turning to cooking as a hobby!
Glad you enjoy it! And thank you
so happy you liked our series :)
I made these today. They were delicious. So tender.
Thank you.
Perfect Scones. Difficult to do. Thank You for your perfection!
Love it
Yay! I’m so glad you got your own channel! I can’t wait to see more
More to come!
The pressing question on my mind is, what is the Queen's favorite or preferred tea blend?
It's earl grey.
Cream first, it makes the jam float and looks more appetizing. You make it look so easy when you mix it all together, what a PRO!!
Such a nice and humble person you are sir! I really enjoy watching your videos😁.
Congratulations Darren on the new channel. Just want to say you have a great way about you that suits tv so well. I’m now a regular maker of Salmon Coulibiac now thanks to you too. Can’t wait for new videos. I was going to ask whether you would be able to do any dishes involving game like Rabbit or Venison? Cheers, Laurie
Could you do the recipes in grams so its consistent everywhere? Unless your American but they can do some quick conversions on google. As cups, tsp and sticks are really not a consistent measurement.
Also for the oven temp I sure you mean 350 Fahrenheit but there are a few ovens that go up to 350 Celsius so someone that has never baked before may just set their oven on fire or at the very least make charcoal if you don't state what you are using.
One of the great treasures at Kensington and Buckingham Palace was you Darren.
I am a jam first type of girl... When you take your first bite and the clotted cream hits the top of your pallet it is phenomenal especially when you finish it off with a little bit of sweetness of the jam
Chef,may I know 1 stick butter equal how many grams n 1cup flour equal how many grams?I'm scones fan but I haven't find out my favorite recipe yet. Please advise. Thanks you so much
Darren: “It’s really important not to knead it”
*Proceeds to knead it*
Knead ;)
Darren McGrady That’s how I spelt it🤫😅😳
Anyway, liking the channel👍
@@genecoopey so what did you edit then?
@@BitterBetty76 Sarcasm
Hey there can you please give us the measurements in grams? Where I live we measure things by weight :).
I could listen to his story telling all day!
I tried this recipe for the 2nd time today. First time I failed as I added too much milk, ended up need to add more flour then over kneaded it. 2nd time is a success I would say, as I reduced the portion by half made it easier to control for newbies like me. The only downside is I used a halogen roaster instead of convection oven. It made the outside darker and harder, but inside still soft. Thanks for this great recipe.
We call scones "biscuits" here in America while the British call cookies "biscuits". 😆
In Canada they are called both sometimes But there's a difference in how they are cut/shaped when giving them either name..scones are normally cut into the shape of a triangle and tea biscuits are Always round...and yes there's also the difference in sweetness, depending on your own preferences...
It's all good though, and very tasty either way, either name.
It's like that in most commonwealth countries. I'm from New Zealand but live in Australia and its like that in both countries.
@@triciabarr4620 that's the same here in America, scones are completely different than biscuits. I don't know how old this person is, because this individual doesn't seem very experienced when it comes to food but scones and biscuits are absolutely two different things in the states. We do not call biscuits scones, whatsoever. They are two different things, like you said in your comment.
no we don't. We call biscuits biscuits in America, and we call scones scones. Just because you don't know the difference doesn't mean spreading misinformation is necessarily a good thing dear🙏 just a heads up.
@@colleenharrison1638 relax, lady. I was half-joking around. 🙄 So get over yourself.
I’m from the USA, what’s clotted cream?
It's sort of like whipped cream but a lot heavier (lighter than cream cheese). So delicious. I'm not from the UK though, only been there twice but I miss clotted cream when I leave!
it is cream slow cooked most of the moisture evaporates leaving only the fat also the sugars in it are slightly caramelised
Chef, I wish u could share ur recipes in METRIC SYSTEM 🥺🥺
Freedom Units. We use Freedom Units here.
I for one appreciate that it is not in grams or weighted measurements. Imperial works for me - most measuring cups and spoons have dual measurements on them.
What a great video! You make it seem so easy and very doable with such a calming and reassuring way of teaching. Thank you!
I am reminded of my childhood every time I watch you cook. Thank you for sharing your amazing cooking 🧑🍳