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This was the first time that I made crispy bao buns. And after making these, it won't be the last time. You do not need a bamboo steamer for this recipe, just a large lidded pan. The method is similar to making crispy dumplings and the result is a really tasty meal. Head straight on … Continue reading Crispy Bao Buns
If making agnolotti, one would shape them into a square of anywhere between 2.5cm to 5cm. I made agnolotti al plin, which are rectangular in shape. You use your thumb and index finger to pinch the filling closed to seal the pasta. They are traditionally filled with meat but I decided on my first go … Continue reading Agnolotti Al Plin
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
I took Mynhardt Joubert at his word when he said to leave this poppy seed cake to stand for a day to improve its taste. And he was not wrong. The cake got better each day of the week it was left as we only had one slice each per day until it was finished. … Continue reading Poppy Seed Cake
I have called these Australian Biscuits as the ingredients I have used in the recipe are not traditional. I have never tasted an Anzac biscuit, but I baked a batch of these for our road trip and to have with our coffee while we were in Sedgefield. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ … Continue reading Australian Biscuits
This bacon relish beer bread is not only super easy to make. It is super tasty. You can use any store bought relish you have, as long as it is not too moist. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Bacon Relish Beer Bread ♥ In May this year I bought three necklaces. One … Continue reading Bacon Relish Beer Bread
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
Making seeded soda bread rolls has to be the quickest way to get something tasty out of the oven for lunch. I am going to use this as a base recipe to come up with some more fantastic flavour combinations. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Seeded Soda Bread Rolls ♥ In 2003 … Continue reading Seeded Soda Bread Rolls
I went to a local dried fruit and nut supplier to get pecans for this recipe for pecan nut cake. As I picked up a packet of whole nuts, she told me they had broken up ones on special. What a perfect saving as I was going to break them up in any case. It … Continue reading Pecan Nut Cake
Making a quick bread to go with a curry is essential in my opinion. These yoghurt flatbreads were seasoned with complementary spices. That makes this recipe extremely versatile and will be a regular feature for curry dinners. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Yoghurt Flatbreads ♥ I am sure everyone who is reading … Continue reading Yoghurt Flatbreads
Dave helped make these super sized choc chip caramel cookies. They are so rich and decadent that you might want to share one. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Choc Chip Caramel Cookies ♥ One of the things I love about Dave is his spontaneity. He will wake up and suggest an adventure. … Continue reading Choc Chip Caramel Cookies
I like the idea of making calzone when it is just Dave and I for supper. I can fit two of them onto my pizza stone. And we can then choose our own fillings. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Calzone ♥ Last month Dave and I had a very traumatic week. It … Continue reading Calzone
I left this condensed milk cake unadorned as it was sweet enough as is. But if you feel it needs extra then cut the cake in half and sandwich it together with caramelised condensed milk. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Condensed Milk Cake ♥ From now on, whenever I am dealing with … Continue reading Condensed Milk Cake
To make perfect cheese scones you need a strong cheese. I have used a mature cheddar aged for 36 months, and added some herbs to the dough. For my third and final submission for International Scone Week 2022 I went with basic, and simple, cheese scones. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cheese … Continue reading Cheese Scones
I call these Sunday Scones as James tends to visit on a Sunday. And when he does, it is always nice to be able to give him a sweet treat. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sunday Scones ♥ A recent legal matter in South Africa piqued my interest. A young woman was … Continue reading Sunday Scones
Each year I try and make a recipe from the previous collection. This year I made Pauline's date scones which were really good. Dave, who does not ordinarily eat anything with dates thought they were excellent. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Date Scones ♥ In October 2021 Dave and I had to … Continue reading Date Scones
These cocoa cookies have a soft texture, with just a hint of coffee. I baked them over two days so that we had fresh biscuits to enjoy over the weekend. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cocoa Cookies ♥ For those of you who have followed my blog since 2009 you will know … Continue reading Cocoa Cookies
Following the ethos of Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, I adapted a recipe to make use of what was in my pantry. This prune soda bread was absolutely amazing, and I will use this as a base recipe for more bakes. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Prune Soda Bread ♥ Last month on Twitter, … Continue reading Prune Soda Bread
Using freshly made espresso and cocoa powder, I created these mocha cookies. They have a soft texture and will last a few days if kept in an airtight container. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Mocha Cookies ♥ I have written before about my feelings regarding strike action. I am totally in support … Continue reading Mocha Cookies
These salted chocolate biscuits are so good that I would make them every weekend. They have the perfect texture and taste amazing, if I say so myself. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Salted Chocolate Biscuits ♥ I am always so wary of purchasing an item online. Last year I read a travel … Continue reading Salted Chocolate Biscuits