Victorian Jelly: Blanc Mange
Victorian Jelly: Blanc Mange
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Pronounced bləˈmäNZH, blanc mange (blancmange), this sweetened gelatinous dessert is made today with rich milk and cornstarch.
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Wanted: Blanc Mange
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Victorians adored gelled desserts. Housekeepers took the role of pastry cook seriously. Note the two advertisements above: one desiring a situation and the other seeking a pastry cook. Both appeared in New York Daily Herald and both emphasize the value of one who understands the art of gelling sweets.
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Victorian Ads: Blanc Mange Thickeners
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As I’ve previously shared details of gelling agents isinglass, Irish moss, ivory dust, and calves’ feet, it’s time to explore mid-nineteenth century developments in thickeners. Inventions and advances opened a new world for cooks.
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French Portable Jelly
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Panilla: Resembling Isinglass
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Arney’s Patent Blanc-Mange Powders
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Farina Flour and Corn Starch
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Corn Starch
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Fermoline
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Kingsford’s Corn Starch
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Victorian Blanc Mange Recipes
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Pigs Feet Blanc Mange
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Yes, pigs feet. And calves feet, too.
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Isinglass Blanc Mange
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Gelatine Blanc Mange
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Arrow Root Blanc Mange
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Rice Flour Blanc Mange
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Wheat Flour Blanc Mange
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Irish Moss Blanc Mange
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Irish Moss Blanc Mange enjoyed a bit of a preview in my article on Isinglass and Irish Moss Jellies.
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Colorful Blanc Mange
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In case you wondered about Victorian food coloring:
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Victorian Jelly: More to Come
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Invitation
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What do you think about sweet, creamy Victorian blancmange recipes?
Do you have a treasured family recipe?
Please scroll down and comment.
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Updated May 2022
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