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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
These sour gummy sweets do not keep well so I suggest making them a day or two before you want to use them. I made nice large ones as a treat but it you have a smaller silicone mould you can reduce the size and use them to decorate cupcakes, or serve for a children's … Continue reading Sour Gummy Sweets
Dave does not like the texture of peanut butter despite liking peanuts. This means I could have enjoyed the entire batch of peanut butter fudge. But being a sharing and caring person I gifted half of what I made to a friend. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Peanut Butter Fudge ♥ I … Continue reading Peanut Butter Fudge
Using the humble (and cheap) pork neck you can make this really scrumptious pork neck melanzane. This recipe uses traditional Sicilian flavours. But you could change it up by using peppers in place of the aubergines, tequila for the balsamic, and a Mexican cheese. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pork Neck Melanzane … Continue reading Pork Neck Melanzane
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
Despite it sounding like it will be too sweet, this white chocolate icing is anything but. It was the perfect topping for the poppy seed cake. Everyone who tasted this cake noted how the icing was what made it. I really agree, and might try this again when I bake something that needs frosting. Skip … Continue reading White Chocolate Icing
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
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
Serve this bacon relish on hot dogs to take them from ordinary to extraordinary. Or add it to a cheese platter to go with a perfectly ripe brie or camembert. I served it alongside pizza bianca as one of the many toppings for people to add. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Bacon … Continue reading Bacon Relish
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
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
Years ago I planted a rose geranium in my fynbos garden. At some stage, a wild violet bush overtook it. And now I have these amazing purple flowers for a short space of time, once a year. I decided to make violet syrup with them, after reading two similar posts on blogs I follow. Head … Continue reading Violet Syrup
After using up all my speciality chutneys I went shopping for a new one. And the options were boring to say the least. So, I created this recipe for apple chutney which I think is amazing. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Apple Chutney ♥ Nearly a week after posting out tap sensor … Continue reading Apple Chutney
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
I love Asian flavours and the ingredients are always to be found in my fridge. I decided to use them to make these Asian style venison shanks. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Asian Style Venison Shanks ♥ South Africa has rolling blackouts as our Government run electricity supplier is defunct. In 1994 … Continue reading Asian Style Venison Shanks
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