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Blueberry Frangipane | Made With Frozen Fruit

Apr 9, 2021Mar 16, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

I tested this recipe using both fresh and frozen blueberries and must say I prefer the colour of the blueberry frangipane when I used frozen fruit. They are also much cheaper than fresh for some reason so that is another reason to use them. Head straight on to the Recipe For Blueberry Frangipane … Continue reading Blueberry Frangipane | Made With Frozen Fruit

Orange Olive Oil Cake With An Orange Glaze

Mar 22, 2021Feb 19, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 18 Comments

This orange olive oil cake was so good the first time I made it, I had to make it again. The syrup glaze ensures that the cake stays nice and moist, and adds extra flavour. Head straight on to the Recipe For Orange Olive Oil Cake In 2014 Dave and I ‘gate crashed’ … Continue reading Orange Olive Oil Cake With An Orange Glaze

Avocado Hollandaise For Steamed Asparagus

Mar 17, 2021Feb 17, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 16 Comments

Whole avocados are so expensive, whether in season or not. It makes buying them prohibitive. But thankfully I can get avocado pulp for a reasonable price and this is what I have used to make my avocado hollandaise. Head straight on to the Recipe For Avocado Hollandaise I do not have the patience … Continue reading Avocado Hollandaise For Steamed Asparagus

Blueberry Cheesecake Pancakes

Mar 1, 2021Feb 9, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 13 Comments

These blueberry cheesecake pancakes will become a firm family favourite once you make them. I absolutely love the taste, and the texture and the kids have given these a big thumbs up. Head straight on to the Recipe For Blueberry Cheesecake Pancakes Each time I get a new car I make sure to … Continue reading Blueberry Cheesecake Pancakes

Gluten Free Blueberry Bundt Cake

Jan 15, 2021Jan 18, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 16 Comments

I topped my gluten free blueberry Bundt cake with a butterscotch sauce. Served with a soft serve in the same flavour it made for a great dessert. Head straight on to the Recipe For Gluten Free Blueberry Bundt Cake The fundamental belief of tzedakah which I grew up with, has shaped a lot … Continue reading Gluten Free Blueberry Bundt Cake

Fig And Orange Sourdough Cookies

Jan 11, 2021Jan 11, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 9 Comments

Using orange juice and zest and some stunning locally grown dried Turkish figs I made fig and orange sourdough cookies. They are the latest of my creations from my delectable base recipe. Head straight on to the Recipe For Fig And Orange Sourdough Cookies Dave and I have an endless list of tasks … Continue reading Fig And Orange Sourdough Cookies

Plum Sauce | Perfect For Chicken Wings

Dec 4, 2020Oct 27, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 14 Comments

As my friend Lorraine says, this recipe for plum sauce is a pushy one! You really have to make it. Dave has been slathering this onto our chicken and using it as a dipping sauce. Next time I have overripe plums I am going to make more. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Plum Sauce | Perfect For Chicken Wings

Figs In Red Wine Using Dried Figs

Nov 30, 2020Nov 2, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 6 Comments

When I made my figs in masala I was asked if the recipe would work with dried figs. I always have dried figs at home as they are a great snack, and make their way into my granola. Not wanting the same flavour, I made figs in red wine. They went perfectly with my ricotta … Continue reading Figs In Red Wine Using Dried Figs

Lavender And Lime Shortbread

Oct 26, 2020Sep 22, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 16 Comments

These lavender and lime shortbread have just the right balance of flavours. One needs to take care when using lavender so that you don't end up with a soapy taste in your mouth. If you don't have edible lavender at home then replace it with rosemary. Head straight on to the Recipe For Lavender … Continue reading Lavender And Lime Shortbread

Cocoa Brownies Using Willies Cacao

Oct 9, 2020Sep 11, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 6 Comments

I want to leave you with no choice but to make these cocoa brownies. I used a solid cacao bar from Willies Cacao in the UK. If you cannot find that, use 95% solid cocoa chocolate from Lindt. Head straight on to the Recipe For Cocoa Brownies When I was in Grade 7 … Continue reading Cocoa Brownies Using Willies Cacao

Red Currant Conserve | Bar-Le-Duc

Oct 2, 2020Sep 17, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 11 Comments

This Red Currant Conserve in known in French as Bar-Le-Duc. This region in the north east of France has been preserving currants using this method since the fourteenth century. Head straight on to the Recipe For Red Currant Conserve Last Friday night we got together with friends at a local eatery. They serve … Continue reading Red Currant Conserve | Bar-Le-Duc

Lemon And Thyme Sorbet | No Churn Recipe

Sep 14, 2020Aug 20, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

In times gone by, sorbet was served between courses to cleanse the palate. I love this idea, even if we never have a fancy enough dinner party. Despite that, there is always a tub of this in my freezer. The latest batch is lemon and thyme sorbet. A mouth puckering recipe especially for lemon lovers. … Continue reading Lemon And Thyme Sorbet | No Churn Recipe

Rosemary And Lemon Scones

Aug 12, 2020Jul 6, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 17 Comments

I used to keep buttermilk in the freezer to use when I needed it. But in December 2019 I tossed it when I cleaned the freezer out. Lorraine says it is easy to make buttermilk and I used her tips when I made these rosemary and lemon scones. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Rosemary And Lemon Scones

Baked Ricotta Pancake For Breakfast

Jul 24, 2020Jul 24, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 9 Comments

This baked ricotta pancake is a reminder of Sicily. It really is easy to make at home and should be served warm. I made one to serve with sweet caramelized apples and another to go with dried figs cooked in red wine. Both were excellent. Head straight on to the Recipe For Baked Ricotta … Continue reading Baked Ricotta Pancake For Breakfast

Sweet Caramelized Apples For Desserts

Jul 17, 2020Jun 15, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 18 Comments

These sweet caramelized apples were part of our breakfast. I made a baked ricotta pancake to remind us of Sicily. Topped with the apples it was like being right back on the Island enjoying a typical Sicilian breakfast. Head straight on to the Recipe For Sweet Caramelized Apples The common belief is that … Continue reading Sweet Caramelized Apples For Desserts

Baked Masala Figs

May 29, 2020Jun 1, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

I am always looking for recipes to remind me of Italy. Especially as we have not been able to travel as yet this year. I made these baked masala figs when figs were in season. And then topped my brownie chocolate cake with them. Head straight on to the Recipe For Baked Masala Figs … Continue reading Baked Masala Figs

Blueberry Tahini Ganache Tart

May 15, 2020May 18, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

I was really impressed with my version of Lorraine's tart. I made a blueberry tahini ganache tart and here I am putting the entire recipe together for you. Head straight on to the Recipe For Blueberry Tahini Ganache Tart Before we went into lockdown, the vacuum cleaner at work broke. It was old … Continue reading Blueberry Tahini Ganache Tart

Blueberry And Thyme Jam Made Using Pectin

Apr 24, 2020Mar 17, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

Blueberries are good for you on so many levels. But my main reason for using them is because of the colour. I made this blueberry and thyme jam to sit on the bottom of a tahini ganache tart. Head straight on to the Recipe For Blueberry And Thyme Jam I could not wait … Continue reading Blueberry And Thyme Jam Made Using Pectin

Ginger Cucumber Pickles For Good Gut Health

Apr 3, 2020Apr 2, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

Knowing that probiotics can be found in fermented foods I made these ginger cucumber pickles. Ginger is also great for digestion so these had a double benefit. Head straight on to the Recipe For Ginger Cucumber Pickles It was really easy for me to decide which supplement to add next to my daily … Continue reading Ginger Cucumber Pickles For Good Gut Health

Fig Tart Using Mascarpone Cheese

Mar 27, 2020Mar 23, 2020 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

Did you know that fresh figs contain the trace mineral manganese which is vital for the functioning of healthy bones? I did not take that into consideration when making my fig tart. But it does give me a great excuse to make this again. Head straight on to the Recipe For Fig Tart … Continue reading Fig Tart Using Mascarpone Cheese

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