Quiet May Days | Gardening & Spring Recipes in the English Countryside

Join me for a few quiet spring days filled with gardening, homemade comfort food, and peaceful moments in Hampshire, England. In today’s slow living vlog, we spend time planting in the garden, preparing seasonal recipes from scratch, and enjoying a gentle evening walk across the beautiful Chilbolton Cow Common with Alma.This time of year always feels especially comforting to me — soft evening light, longer days, birdsong through open windows, and finding joy in the ordinary little moments at home.I also share a few simple spring recipes perfect for this season, including a creamy asparagus soup, strawberry & pistachio shortcakes, and toasted sourdough with Somerset brie and caramelised shallots.I hope this video brings you a little calm wherever you are 🤍.

With love,

Maria

Creamy Asparagus Soup
• 1 litre vegetable or chicken stock
• 2 new potatoes
• Fresh asparagus
• 2 garlic cloves
• Fresh mint & chives
• A little cream or soft cheese
• Pumpkin seeds or nuts to serve

Strawberry & Pistachio Shortcakes
• 285g plain flour
• 90g sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 80g pistachios
• 150g unsalted butter
• 1 egg
• Elderflower cordial
• Strawberries
• Double cream
• Vanilla extract

Brie & Caramelised Shallot Toast
• 4 slices sourdough bread
• Somerset brie
• 3–4 shallots
• 1 tbsp honey
• A splash of balsamic vinegar

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