Like everything in life, all good things have to come to an end. These sourdough apricot cookies are the last of the ones using my discard. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sourdough Apricot Cookies ♥ After leaving the meeting with the builder, Dave told me what had been discussed. I asked him … Continue reading Sourdough Apricot Cookies Using Your Discard
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Sourdough Wholemeal Bread Maker Loaf
I don't always have time on my hands to make sourdough using traditional methods. And when this happens, I turn to my bread maker. This sourdough wholemeal bread maker loaf turned out quite well. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sourdough Wholemeal Bread Maker Loaf ♥ I am going to digress from my … Continue reading Sourdough Wholemeal Bread Maker Loaf
Halva Sourdough Cookies Made From Discard
I make my own halva but for this recipe for halva sourdough cookies you can use store bought. I really needed a treat after the never ending saga that is going on in my life right now. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Halva Sourdough Cookies ♥ The Monday before the builder was … Continue reading Halva Sourdough Cookies Made From Discard
Queso Blanco | Queso Fresco
Queso blanco is basically white cheese, and queso fresco is fresh cheese. So, this recipe is for a fresh white cheese made in a similar manner to ricotta. However, it uses only fresh milk in the preparation. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Queso Blanco ♥ Other than builders falling into my group … Continue reading Queso Blanco | Queso Fresco
Sourdough Granola Cookies | Use Your Discard
I had to force myself to eat no more than one of these sourdough granola cookies at a time. They are so good and thankfully they keep well which means I could eat one a day for a week. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sourdough Granola Cookies ♥ I have a few … Continue reading Sourdough Granola Cookies | Use Your Discard
Sourdough Hotdog Rolls | The Perfect Roll
To me, the perfect sourdough hotdog rolls are soft inside with a firm, but not crunchy exterior. This recipe fits the bill perfectly and all you have to do is decide what toppings you want with your sausage. For me it is sauerkraut and mustard, just like I had in New York. Head straight on … Continue reading Sourdough Hotdog Rolls | The Perfect Roll
Bialy Filled With Pindjur | Bialystoker Kuchen
The traditional Polish Jewish bialy is a small roll which is 15cm in diameter. It has the same chewy texture as a bagel but it is not boiled before baking. Instead, a depression is made in the centre and filled with onions. I decided to make mine with pindjur, to add a sweet taste to … Continue reading Bialy Filled With Pindjur | Bialystoker Kuchen
Cheesy Brioche Rolls Made With Vintage Cheddar
These cheesy brioche rolls make for the ideal brunch or lunch time treat. The recipe has been adapted from the one Chef Graeme introduced to Angama Mara. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cheesy Brioche Rolls ♥ I am not one for browsing around a shopping mall too often. It is something that … Continue reading Cheesy Brioche Rolls Made With Vintage Cheddar
Gluten Free Blueberry Bundt Cake
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
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
Sourdough Bagels | Overnight Recipe
Using a recipe from The Clever Carrot I made these sourdough bagels. They have the perfect texture and mouthfeel. The most important two factors to me when eating bagels. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sourdough Bagels ♥ I am not a fan of the hard sell, especially when it comes to health … Continue reading Sourdough Bagels | Overnight Recipe
Sourdough Red Velvet Choc Chip Cookies
These sourdough red velvet choc chip cookies are simply the best way to start a new year. Easy to make, and even easier to eat, I hope you give them a try. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sourdough Red Velvet Choc Chip Cookies ♥ Last year, two friends commented on budget advice … Continue reading Sourdough Red Velvet Choc Chip Cookies
Sourdough Almond Cookies | The Best Cookie Ever
If you have ever needed a reason to create your own sourdough starter, this is it. These sourdough almond cookies are so fantastic. In fact, they are so good I have been making a batch every week for months now. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sourdough Almond Cookies ♥ I am trying … Continue reading Sourdough Almond Cookies | The Best Cookie Ever
Zeppole | Sicilian Doughnuts For San Giuseppe
I am a South African through and through, and have no desire to live anywhere other than exactly where I am. But, if I could have a second home, it would be on the Isola di Ortigia. The narrow streets remind me of Venice and the living is simple. But seeing as I could not … Continue reading Zeppole | Sicilian Doughnuts For San Giuseppe
Cinnamon Biscuits Decorated With Edible Flowers
My friend Chantelle gave me the idea to use edible flowers when making biscuits. You can leave them off these cinnamon biscuits if you want to, but they sure do look pretty. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cinnamon Biscuits ♥ Dave and I recently took a few days off work for a … Continue reading Cinnamon Biscuits Decorated With Edible Flowers
Lavroche | Adapted From 100 Great Breads
We have a few bread addicts in our family and so bread making is usually a weekly ritual. I often make the same loaves over and over again. But every now and then it is worth changing it up. Lavroche can be served as a pre-dinner snack; to go with drinks; or enjoyed at the … Continue reading Lavroche | Adapted From 100 Great Breads
Millionaires Shortbread Made With Salted Caramel
Feeling a little bit down about having to stay at home I made these very rich Millionaires Shortbread. I decided to use my round moulds just to fancy them up a bit. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Millionaires Shortbread ♥ In July I sent a WhatsApp message to KLM asking them what … Continue reading Millionaires Shortbread Made With Salted Caramel
Cider Bread | An Alternative To Beer Bread
During hard lockdown we could not buy alcohol. Dave meant to get beers before this, but he forgot. So, wanting a quick bread and not having beer, I made cider bread. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cider Bread ♥ We have an excellent consumer protection act in South Africa. However, a lot … Continue reading Cider Bread | An Alternative To Beer Bread
Dutch Oven Sourdough | Pot Brood
I made this dutch oven sourdough bread a few times to ensure that the recipe worked for me. I used my Le Creuset cocotte which is very heavy and well insulated. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Dutch Oven Sourdough ♥ One of my favourite parts of home economics at school was baking. … Continue reading Dutch Oven Sourdough | Pot Brood
Semolina Crumpets Served With Bar-Le-Duc
When you cannot go to Italy, bring Italy to you! I made these semolina crumpets as a breakfast treat for Dave and I to enjoy with my bar-le-duc. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Semolina Crumpets ♥ Since our first flight change, we have been playing a pinging game with KLM. The travel … Continue reading Semolina Crumpets Served With Bar-Le-Duc