32 British-Style Recipes to Get Ready for the Royal Wedding

Updated on Sep. 16, 2024

There is nothing quite as romantic as a royal wedding. Invite some fellow Anglophiles and whip up some of our best British inspired recipes to watch the happy couple share their vows.

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Apricot Scones

Total Time 35 min
Servings 16 scones (1 cup cream)
From the Recipe Creator: Popular served with tea in Victorian days, scones are making a big comeback. Apricots and nuts are stirred into the batter in this apricot scones recipe I baked for a themed shower. Spread with Devonshire cream, they delighted the bride-to-be and guests. —Robin Fuhrman, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 scone with 1 tablespoon cream: 230 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 177mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

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Mini Rosemary-Roast Beef Sandwiches

Total Time 1 hour 15 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: Roast beef sandwiches never last long at a party, especially if you dollop them with mayo, mustard, horseradish and pickled giardiniera relish. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich with about 2 teaspoons mayonnaise mixture and 4 teaspoons giardiniera: 220 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 466mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
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Fish & Chips with Dipping Sauce

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I really like fish and chips, but not all the grease that typically comes along with it. I decided to give the classic dinner a makeover. Turns out the pickle dip is healthier than tartar sauce, and we like it a lot better—who knew? —Michelle Lucas, Cold Spring, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 402 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 667mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 2 fat.
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Slow-Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

Total Time 5 hours 50 min
Servings 5 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Shepherd's pie is to the British as meat loaf is to Americans, so when I was a young child living in the U.K., I had it almost once a week. This is my go-to recipe when I'm longing for the sights and smells of my mother's kitchen. Turns out people here love it just as much! —Mari Sitkiewicz, Downers Grove, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 483 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 748mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 26g protein.
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Beef Tenderloin with Pomegranate Chutney

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I want to show family and friends some culinary love, I roast a tenderloin and serve it with a sweet-tart pomegranate and apple chutney. —Devon Delaney, Westport, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts: 5 ounces cooked meat with 1/4 cup chutney: 381 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 395mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein.
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Best Bread Pudding

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 15 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The secret to incredible bread pudding with a soft middle and crisp edges starts with leftover dinner rolls. I picked up the rich brown sugar sauce recipe from my friend Kathryn Gartmann. A big drizzle of it takes this dessert over the top and really makes it the best bread pudding ever. —Maria Petrella, Taste Recipes Prep Cook
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 497 calories, 29g fat (17g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 540mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Grandmother’s Toad in a Hole

Total Time 35 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I have fond memories of my grandmother’s Yorkshire pudding wrapped around sausages, a puffy dish my kids called The Boat. Slather it with butter and maple syrup. —Susan Kieboam, Streetsboro, Ohio
Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 336 calories, 22g fat (6g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Oven-Fried Fish & Chips

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My baked fish is a shoo-in when you want fish and chips without the frying mess. Dare I say, they're a little upgrade from the English pub classic. Get more of my recipe at cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com. —Reeni Pisano, Wappingers Falls, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 475 calories, 24g fat (4g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 789mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein.
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Cucumber Canapes

Total Time 20 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I always get requests for the recipe for these canapes whenever I serve them. They're delicate finger sandwiches with a creamy herb spread and festive red and green garnishes. —Nadine Whittaker, South Plymouth, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 1 canape: 120 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 134mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Italian Crumb-Crusted Beef Roast

Total Time 1 hour 55 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Italian-style panko crumbs and the seasoning give this roast beef a special touch—it's a nice, effortless weeknight meal so you can put your energy into relaxing. —Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 5 ounces cooked beef: 319 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 311mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Blackout Peach Bread Pudding

Total Time 45 min
Servings 1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I bake several times a week so my kids have homemade desserts. We lost power in a storm, so I used the grill to invent “blackout” pudding. —Augustina Zaccardi, Eastchester, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1 bread pudding cup: 173 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 121mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Mashed Peppery Turnips

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I created this recipe in an attempt to use up a great turnip harvest from our garden, and to lighten up one of our favorite dishes. By using turnips in place of potatoes, I made a low-carb side. Now we rarely serve plain mashed potatoes! —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 140 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 608mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Spice-Rubbed Lamb Chops

Total Time 20 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: One of my absolute favorite meals to eat anytime is lamb chops! My girls, Hanna and Amani, love watching me make my delicious chops, but they love eating them even more. —Nareman Dietz, Beverly Hills, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 2 lamb chops: 290 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 620mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
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Crispy Fish & Chips

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A British pub classic turns crown jewel when you add horseradish, panko and Worcestershire. You can also try it with a white fish like cod or haddock. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet with 3/4 cup fries: 416 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 698mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch.
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Easy Cornish Pasties

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings 8 pasties
From the Recipe Creator: These are a bit different from traditional pasties, but the ingredients are probably already in your kitchen. My husband really enjoys these, so I like to double the recipe and freeze the extras to have on hand for a quick meal. —Judy Marsden, Ontario, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 pasty: 289 calories, 18g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 521mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Ultimate Chocolate Bread Pudding

Total Time 1 hour 15 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I really want to impress guests, I serve this decadent bread pudding. With just a few staple ingredients—bread, eggs, sugar and chocolate—I'm able to turn out this masterpiece in no time! —Erin Chilcoat, Smithtown, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 745 calories, 44g fat (25g saturated fat), 141mg cholesterol, 412mg sodium, 87g carbohydrate (63g sugars, 5g fiber), 10g protein.
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Lamb Pastry Bundles

Total Time 50 min
Servings 1-1/2 dozen (2 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe was such a hit that my family has now incorporated the Mediterranean flavors into several dishes! —Tess Konter, New York, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1 bundle with 5 teaspoons sauce: 318 calories, 22g fat (6g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 352mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Cherry-Chip Oat Scones

Total Time 35 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My family loves scones and anything with oatmeal. I started with my basic scone recipe and added oat flour to increase the oat taste and texture, then included special ingredients you can find in every bite. Look for add-ins that harmonize with the mellow flavor of oats. —Amy Brnger, Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts: 1 scone: 229 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 321mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Oven Parmesan Crisps

Total Time 25 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I avoid fried foods, but potatoes are part of our menu almost every day. These delectable sliced potatoes get nice and crispy and give our meals a likable lift. —Mary Lou Kelly, Scottdale, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 393 calories, 25g fat (15g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 876mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.
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Onion Yorkshire Puddings

Total Time 50 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This easy recipe is a cross between traditional Yorkshire pudding and popovers. It makes a perfect complement to prime rib. We also like it with beef stew and steak. Make more than you need, because everyone loves it. —Emily Chaney, Blue Hill, Maine
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 118 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 343mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.
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Crisp Finger Sandwich

Total Time 10 min
Servings 1 serving
From the Recipe Creator: I love snacking on this delicious sandwich with its crisp English cucumber. I have also made batches of these for parties and showers using a small loaf of whole wheat or sourdough bread. —Missi Selin, Bothell, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 136 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 323mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.
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Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce

Total Time 3 hours 15 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: There's nothing better than this comforting bread pudding on a cold, wintry day. The bourbon sauce tastes extravagant, but it's really simple to prepare. The slow cooker does the most of the work for you! —Hope Johnson, Youngwood, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup with 2 tablespoons sauce: 477 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 130mg cholesterol, 354mg sodium, 84g carbohydrate (59g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
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Homemade Potato Crisps

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Forget buying a bag of potato chips at the grocery store when you can make these at home. This quick and easy recipe will delight everyone in the family. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 176 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Double-Dipped Shortbread Cookies

Total Time 25 min
Servings about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: My mom and her friend did a lot of cookie swaps together. They were always finding new recipes to share, including this one. There's something about a dipped cookie that makes it seem so special, so we usually save these for the holidays. —Ginger King, Big Bear Lake, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 137 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 47mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Triple Citrus Scones

Total Time 35 min
Servings 8 scones
From the Recipe Creator: I love the bright and buttery flavor of these tender scones with glaze that soaks in. Serve them with a yummy jam, or try them as a base for strawberry shortcake. —Angela LeMoine, Howell, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts: 1 scone: 281 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 403mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Shortbread Cookie

Total Time 40 min
Servings 16 cookies
From the Recipe Creator: With only a few ingredients, these butter shortbread cookies are so simple to prepare. —Pattie Prescott, Manchester, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 183 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Dark Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding

Total Time 55 min
Servings 15 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Croissants make an incredible base for this rich, chocolaty bread pudding. I prefer dark chocolate, but semisweet or white chocolate work too. Garnish with your favorite nuts. —Jennifer Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 323 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 123mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Roast Beef Finger Sandwiches

Total Time 15 min
Servings 1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These simple sandwiches are ideal for a bridal shower, brunch or high tea, when the menu is a bit more substantial. The mustard adds a nice kick without being overly spicy. —Anndrea Bailey, Huntington Beach, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 tea sandwich: 98 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Lamb Bake

Total Time 1 hour 55 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This dish is hearty and perfect for warming up on a chilly winter evening. The aroma is almost as delightful as the dish itself. —Frank Grady, Fort Kent, Maine
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 356 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 631mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
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Mini Treacle Tarts

Total Time 40 min
Servings 1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I searched for the perfect butter tart for ages. After many attempts, I discovered this favorite that begs for a scoop of ice cream on top. —Susan Kieboam, Streetsboro, Ohio
Nutrition Facts: 1 tart: 252 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 177mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.