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Cranberry Semifreddo

Feb 21, 2023Jan 31, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

Last year I made a batch of this cranberry semifreddo. We had the kids over for dinner and I had not the time to make dessert. This is unusual for me, but the very reason I keep ice cream in one form or another in the freezer. Hannah enjoyed it so much she asked for … Continue reading Cranberry Semifreddo

Apple Tahini Blondies

Nov 15, 2022Oct 13, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 9 Comments

I did not want to have plain apples dipped in honey for our Jewish New Year. Instead, I used the concept to make a dessert of apple tahini blondies. I served these with a honey chantilly cream. You do not need the cream to enjoy these, but it will elevate your blondies to a decadent … Continue reading Apple Tahini Blondies

Welsh Cakes

Oct 21, 2022Sep 8, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

I read the most delightful book, Love Untold by Ruth Jones. In it, there are memories of Welsh Cakes. They sounded so good when described in the book that I had to make them. And I am really glad I did. They are so easy to whip up and are a cross between a scone and … Continue reading Welsh Cakes

Salted Caramel Pots De Creme

Oct 3, 2022Aug 25, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

I can highly recommend that you make these salted caramel pots de creme for your next dinner party. They really will impress, and they are absolutely amazing. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Salted Caramel Pots De Creme ♥ Since June I have been meaning to write about tissue salts. I have been … Continue reading Salted Caramel Pots De Creme

Blueberry Mousse

Aug 19, 2022Jul 19, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

You can make this blueberry mousse a day in advance, which will allow the flavours to mingle. You can also substitute any berries, or mix and match to create interesting colours. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Blueberry Mousse ♥ Yesterday, during a very interesting conversation, a comment was made that got me … Continue reading Blueberry Mousse

Pomegranate Popsicles

Jul 4, 2022May 23, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

I have the perfect model for treats. Hannah got to enjoy one of the pomegranate popsicles and I got the most amazing photographs. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pomegranate Popsicles ♥ The uploading of our Visa documents did not go as planned. I thought I had logged out of Dave's application when … Continue reading Pomegranate Popsicles

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Jun 17, 2022May 9, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

The day Inger shared her recipe for carrot cake cupcakes I printed it out. And I made them that very weekend. These were so good, and received thumbs up from all the taste testers. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Carrot Cake Cupcakes ♥ I have a UK Sim Card which we have … Continue reading Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Chocolate Buttermilk Cake

Jun 6, 2022Apr 26, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 14 Comments

If you are looking for a perfect recipe for a layered cake, look no further than this one for chocolate buttermilk cake. The sweet cake is topped with a tart cream cheese frosting which is the perfect frosting. The cake is soft and will last a week if stored correctly. Head straight on to the … Continue reading Chocolate Buttermilk Cake

Icing Sugar

May 30, 2022Apr 14, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

After making my own icing sugar, using fructose and corn flour, I am never going to buy powdered sugar again. This is really so easy to make, and means storing one less pantry item. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Icing Sugar ♥ I am the type of person who can handle most … Continue reading Icing Sugar

Date Chocolate Cake

May 20, 2022May 23, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

This Date Chocolate Cake is one I will make again. The recipe is easily adaptable to make it gluten free and/or lactose free. It has no refined sugar with the dates acting as the sweetener. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Date Chocolate Cake ♥ I don't tend to buy clothes seasonally, but … Continue reading Date Chocolate Cake

Caramel Ganache

May 16, 2022Apr 5, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 17 Comments

I came up with this caramel ganache recipe as I wanted to use the very last bit of the spiced caramel I had made. If you are going to use store bought caramel you need to ensure that it is totally smooth. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Caramel Ganache ♥ Inspiration on … Continue reading Caramel Ganache

Crema Catalana

Apr 18, 2022Mar 14, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

When I was sent a signed copy of The Family Meal: Home Cooking with Ferran Adrià, I was immediately drawn to the recipe for Crema Catalana. The book contains the meals he fed his staff at elBulli and from these, Dave and I have chosen one entire meal to make. A lot of the ingredients … Continue reading Crema Catalana

Magic Chocolate Sauce

Mar 18, 2022Feb 14, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 11 Comments

We went to friends for dinner and my hostess gift was two containers of ice cream. I made this magic chocolate sauce to go with the vanilla flavour, and because kids love it when it hardens. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Magic Chocolate Sauce ♥ Last year I went to two of … Continue reading Magic Chocolate Sauce

Spiced Caramel Ice Cream

Mar 11, 2022Aug 2, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

Some recipes are born out of leftovers, and this spiced caramel ice cream is one of them. I made a large batch of the caramel to take to friends and not all of it would fit in the jar. So I used what was left in the bowl to make this dessert. Head straight on … Continue reading Spiced Caramel Ice Cream

Spiced Caramel

Mar 4, 2022Feb 8, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 18 Comments

When you are told to make a spiced caramel as it is a 'game changer', you know you have to! And really, this is so good. I can think of so many ways to use this liquid gold, and the first one that came to mind was ice cream. Head straight on to the Recipe … Continue reading Spiced Caramel

Passion Fruit Ice Cream

Feb 14, 2022Jan 26, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

Granadillas and passion fruit came from the same genus, but are different. I didn't think that granadillas were so unique to South Africa, until I posted my recipe for granadilla ice lollies. As granadillas are sweeter, they are more palatable for children. But I wanted something tart to go with my chocolate dessert, and passion … Continue reading Passion Fruit Ice Cream

Baked Chocolate Mousse

Feb 11, 2022Jan 19, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

I was not sure what to call this recipe. It is a failed brownie but not quite a pudding. I finally settled on baked chocolate mousse. It is rich and decadent and made for the perfect dessert when served warm. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Baked Chocolate Mousse ♥ Last year, Jim … Continue reading Baked Chocolate Mousse

Tea Panna Cotta

Feb 7, 2022Jan 24, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 20 Comments

I really should have read the recipe I used as a base for my Tea Panna Cotta before I started making them. It called for 1.5 litres of cream and 750mls milk. We are still eating our way through the 24 I made. The recipe below has been adjusted to make enough for one dinner … Continue reading Tea Panna Cotta

Granadilla Ice Lollies

Jan 10, 2022Dec 1, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 14 Comments

I bought Hannah her own popsicle maker for her birthday and the first flavour I made for her was granadilla ice lollies. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Granadilla Ice Lollies ♥ I am all for a bargain and try and buy things when they are on special. But I also don't buy … Continue reading Granadilla Ice Lollies

Mocha Tart

Dec 27, 2021Nov 21, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

It took me close on a year to remake this mocha tart. It had to be perfect before I could share it. The ganache is on the bitter side which I prefer. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Mocha Tart ♥ Last year I wanted to get the curtains for our dining room. … Continue reading Mocha Tart

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