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Artisan Sourdough Made Simple

January 10, 2018November 26, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 21 Comments

Artisan Sourdough Made Simple Artisan Sourdough Made Simple is the first recipe book I have downloaded in e-format. I only did so because the lovely Celia asked me to. I really need to get stuck in to testing Emilie Raffa’s recipes. In the meantime, here is a little bit more about the recipe book. Things … Continue reading Artisan Sourdough Made Simple

Caprese Focaccia Made With Sourdough Starter

January 8, 2018December 4, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

In the next instalment of recipe testing, I made this caprese focaccia. Using firm tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil this is a super tasty addition to any meal. We served this with octopus spaghetti. Head straight on to the Recipe For Caprese Focaccia ♥ I have a few spring cleaning things I do each year … Continue reading Caprese Focaccia Made With Sourdough Starter

Dried Fruit Compôte Made With Rooibos Tea

December 11, 2017November 2, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

Dried fruit compôte was traditionally a breakfast dish and to this day, many friends add this to their morning meal. It can also be used as an accompaniment to meat or served as a dessert with custard. Head straight on to the Recipe For Dried Fruit Compôte ♥ So, let’s carry on with my gremlin. … Continue reading Dried Fruit Compôte Made With Rooibos Tea

Strawberry Mousse Cake Made With Packet Jelly

August 25, 2017July 23, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 20 Comments

This recipe for Strawberry Mousse Cake came with a Paul Hollywood endorsed springform tin that I recently purchased. To make the recipe you need ready to make jelly as found in the UK. Head straight on to the Recipe For Strawberry Mousse Cake ♥ At the end of the millennium I headed off to visit … Continue reading Strawberry Mousse Cake Made With Packet Jelly

Avocado Salad Dressing Made With Buttermilk

June 16, 2017May 17, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 19 Comments

This avocado salad dressing was made to use up some very ripe avocadoes. It has a great tang from the sherry vinegar and is perfect with grains. Head straight on to the Recipe For Avocado Salad Dressing ♥ Usually winter coincides with the start of our April holidays. And normally we come back to wet, … Continue reading Avocado Salad Dressing Made With Buttermilk

Edible Ice Cream Bowls Made With Fructose

June 9, 2017May 12, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 21 Comments

I like the idea of being able to enjoy all of the ice cream including the serving vessel. So for that reason I made edible ice cream bowls. These are not crunchy like waffle cones but they are delicious. Head straight on to the Recipe For Edible Ice Cream Bowls ♥ Shortly before the start … Continue reading Edible Ice Cream Bowls Made With Fructose

Gluten Free Brownies | Made With Chocolate

May 5, 2017May 3, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 13 Comments

I have many friends and family members who are on a gluten free diet. Whether for celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis or diabetes. As a sweet offering for them I make gluten free brownies. Head straight on to the Recipe For Gluten Free Brownies ♥ In the good old days, before … Continue reading Gluten Free Brownies | Made With Chocolate

Gooseberry Jam Made With Fructose

March 31, 2017February 25, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 16 Comments

My gooseberry bush is not thriving due to the drought. I have resorted to purchasing fresh berries, out of their capes to eat as is. Given that Dave could not buy gooseberry jam at our local farm store I decided to make some for him. Next I think I should try drying them to add … Continue reading Gooseberry Jam Made With Fructose

Beetroot Hummus Made With Roasted Beetroot

March 10, 2017February 12, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 26 Comments

Beetroot can be used as a food colouring and this is what made my beetroot hummus such a vibrant colour. Of course, it added taste as well to the chickpeas. Head straight on to the recipe for Beetroot Hummus ♥ The very first smart phone I owned would fall in today’s stable of android phones. … Continue reading Beetroot Hummus Made With Roasted Beetroot

Tarragon Mayonnaise Made Using A Stick Blender

December 23, 2016November 13, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 17 Comments

It can be noted that French tarragon is the best for culinary use. Mine flourishes most of the year and I have even managed to share the abundance with Greg from The Restaurant at Waterkloof. Last weekend I picked some to make a tarragon mayonnaise. Head straight on to the recipe for Tarragon Mayonnaise ♥ … Continue reading Tarragon Mayonnaise Made Using A Stick Blender

Green Smoothie | Made With Spinach

December 9, 2016October 29, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 29 Comments

This green smoothie is seriously thick! It is made by blending a variety of green fruit and vegetables and frozen grapes. These are always in my freezer to keep wine cold in summer. Head straight on to the recipe for Green Smoothie ♥ My blogging friend Tammy wrote a post called Spiralizing and the Sharing Economy. In it she … Continue reading Green Smoothie | Made With Spinach

Beetroot Gel Made Using Agar Agar

November 11, 2016October 9, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

Agar Agar is derived from red algae and is an alternative to gelatin. This is therefore suitable for vegans and vegetarians alike. Here I have used it as the gelling agent for my beetroot gel. Head straight on to the recipe for Beetroot Gel ♥ In September we had to deal with a courier company … Continue reading Beetroot Gel Made Using Agar Agar

Dijon Salad Dressing Made With Maille Mustard

June 9, 2016May 12, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 47 Comments

Head straight on to the recipe for Dijon Salad Dressing ♥ Dijon mustard originally used verjuice when it was first made in 1856 be Jean Naigeon. As he lived in Dijon he gave it this name. However today most Dijon mustards use white wine and many are made using Canadian mustard seeds. This is my favourite … Continue reading Dijon Salad Dressing Made With Maille Mustard

Crayfish Nasi Goreng | Made With Jasmine Rice

May 5, 2016May 3, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 39 Comments

Head straight on to the recipe for Crayfish Nasi Goreng ♥ Nasi goreng can be translated to fried rice and here I have prepared the dish with crayfish. But you can use prawns if these are easier (or cheaper) to find. Dave and I are going to the Netherlands this year where I am sure we … Continue reading Crayfish Nasi Goreng | Made With Jasmine Rice

The Mistake I Made, Paula Daly

February 21, 2016January 25, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 11 Comments

The Mistake I Made opening line: Bodies were my business. My blurb: If you were about to lose your house and the only way out was being paid to have sex, would you do it? This is the conundrum facing Roz, when one of her physiotherapy clients offers to help her get out of the … Continue reading The Mistake I Made, Paula Daly

Flat Bread | Made With Nigella Seeds

October 22, 2015September 21, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 20 Comments

I can remember reading in an Oprah magazine a long time ago, that it takes 21 days to break a habit. After receiving a life changing phone call, I decided to change a ‘habit’ of hanging on to the past. So for 21 days I posted on Facebook today is the first day of the … Continue reading Flat Bread | Made With Nigella Seeds

Sweet Potato Soup Made With Vegetable Stock

October 8, 2015September 9, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 42 Comments

For years all I have wanted is a garden with an abundance of vegetables. This has happened in fits and starts, with no real plan taking place. It is not for lack of wanting, but more about lack of effort. But this year, I have promised myself that 2015 will end with the plan well … Continue reading Sweet Potato Soup Made With Vegetable Stock

Home Made Baked Beans

July 13, 2015June 5, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 33 Comments

There are many reasons I chose to make the Home Made Baked Beans from scratch. But the main reason was that I really do not like the smell of the tomato sauce in the store bought canned beans. A long time ago, Dave asked me to do a delivery for him at a canning factory. … Continue reading Home Made Baked Beans

Spiced Dried Fruit Made With Chai Tea

June 18, 2015June 12, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 25 Comments

I have a very weak stomach when it comes to bad smells. A vile smell will turn my stomach so badly that I’m likely to be ill. I’m usually able to remove myself from the situation before it becomes bad for everyone but the other day it was a close call. Dave and I were … Continue reading Spiced Dried Fruit Made With Chai Tea

Pistachio Gelato | Made With Pistachio Paste

May 21, 2015April 16, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 37 Comments

When we are in Italy I make sure that I get to have a gelato every single day. Dave usually has pistachio but I will try a new flavour each visit. Gelato costs in the region of €2 for both of us, which is about R26. For this we get a double scoop of whatever flavour … Continue reading Pistachio Gelato | Made With Pistachio Paste

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