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Chocnut Ice Cream

September 21, 2023August 2, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

In hindsight, I should have used hazelnuts for this recipe. It would have had more of an Italian feel to it. I was very impatient to get the photographs done and so did not let the Chocnut Ice Cream soften enough before scooping. I made a right royal mess, which I ate. So it was … Continue reading Chocnut Ice Cream

Castagnole

August 22, 2023August 23, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

After using a recipe for castagnole that did not work out at all, I created a recipe that I think is perfect. The key to a good fried doughnut is the flour. Ordinary all purpose flour or cake flour will do. There is no need to use OO farina as suggested in some recipes. Also, … Continue reading Castagnole

Vanilla Semifreddo

May 2, 2023March 24, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 7 Comments

This vanilla semifreddo proved to be a hidden gem in more ways than one. I made a double batch of this semi-frozen ice cream, turning half into the cranberry one I shared earlier. This one was in the freezer waiting for the perfect opportunity to be taken out and enjoyed. And that happened this weekend … Continue reading Vanilla Semifreddo

Galaktoboureko

April 18, 2023March 14, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

Just before I served this galaktoboureko, Dorothy was talking about a holiday as a teenager. She was with her parents and mentioned eating the most amazing Greek dessert. It was a huge coincidence that this dessert was the same one she had enjoyed. And each bite brought back a memory for her of a time … Continue reading Galaktoboureko

Cranberry Semifreddo

February 21, 2023January 31, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 13 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

November 15, 2022October 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

October 21, 2022September 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

October 3, 2022August 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

August 19, 2022July 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

July 4, 2022May 30, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 11 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

June 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

June 6, 2022April 18, 2023 ~ 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, 2022April 13, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 11 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, 2022April 5, 2023 ~ 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

April 18, 2022March 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

March 18, 2022February 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

March 11, 2022August 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

March 4, 2022February 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

February 14, 2022January 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

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