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Ricotta, Blueberry & Polenta Cake Ingredients150g cake flour90g Polenta2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt140g unsalted butter, at room temperature190g white sugar2 large eggs, at room temperature250g ricotta cheese2 tsp lemon zest170g blueberriesIcing sugar, for dusting MethodPreheat the oven to 180C. Prepare a 20cm cake pan with baking paper. Whisk the cake flour, […]
“The Bear” Omlette Recipe with Cream Cheese & Potato Chips Ingredients3 large eggs1 Tbsp butter, plus extra for serving3 Tbsp herbed cream cheeseThinly sliced chives, to serveA handful of crushed, sour cream and chives potato chipsSalt and pepper to taste MethodPlace a fine mesh sieve over a medium-sized bowl, and crack in the eggs.Using a […]
Kuku Paka Ingredients2 tsp garlic, crushedJuice of 1 lemon1/2 tsp salt2 tsp chilli powder1 kg boneless chicken thighs1 large onion1 roma tomato3 green chilliesHandful coriander leaves2 Tbsp Ghee or olive oil1/2 tsp ground black pepper1/2 tsp turmeric powder1.5 tsp coriander powder1.5 tsp cumin powder400ml unsweetened coconut milkBasmati rice, for servingFresh coriander, for serving MethodAdd the […]
Biscoff Stuffed Brioche French Toast Ingredients6 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1/2 tsp cinnamon powder60ml pouring creamPinch of salt1 loaf brioche, cut into thick slices100g Biscoff spreadButter, for cookingWhipped cream, for servingFresh strawberries, for serving MethodWhisk the eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, cream, and salt till combined in a shallow bowl. Set aside.Use a butter knife […]
Creamy Bacon & Gochujang Gnocchi Ingredients500g store-bought gnocchi220g streaky bacon, cut into lardons4 garlic cloves, diced1 tbsp gochujang1 cup vegetable stock200ml cream2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped¼ cup finely grated parmesan MethodPrepare gnocchi according to package instructions.In a large pan on medium heat, fry the bacon until crispy.Add in the garlic and gochujang paste and […]
Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients170g unsalted butter500g marshmallows1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch of salt270g Puffed rice cerealFunfetti sprinkles, plus extra for decorating300g white chocolate MethodLine a 20×30 cm baking pan with baking paper. Set aside.Add melted butter to a microwave-safe bowl, and add in the marshmallows. once melted, microwave at 1-minute intervals mixing in between until melted […]
Chicken Stroganoff Ingredients2 tsp olive oil1 tsp garlic powderSalt and black pepper500g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes20g butter1 large onion, chopped250g mushrooms, sliced20g flour500ml chicken stock1 tbsp Dijon mustard150ml sour creamFresh chives, chopped for garnishFluffy rice or pasta to serve MethodAdd chicken cubes to a bowl and season with garlic powder, salt and pepper.Heat […]
Candied croissant sandwich Ingredients 2 croissants 1 tbsp salted butter 1 tbsp honey 60g burrata Balsamic glaze 1 tbsp pistachios, chopped 4 slices Mortadella Method Flatten your croissants fully with a rolling pin. Melt 1 tbsp of butter in a pan in medium heat. Place two croissants in the pan and flatten with the back […]
Beef Curry Ingredients1 kg beef shin, cut into pieces2 tbsp olive oil or ghee1 cinnamon stick1 bay leaf3 green chillies1 sprig curry leaves1 large onion, finely chopped2 teaspoons ginger and garlic paste4 teaspoons kashmiri chilli powder4 teaspoons masala1.5 teaspoon dhania powder1.5 teaspoon jeera powder1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder2 jam tomatoes, grated or finely chopped4 UTD potatoes, […]
Beef Stroganoff Ingredients2 tbsp olive oil, divided600 g lean beef strips20g butter1 large onion, sliced250g mushrooms, sliced2 tbsp flour500 ml beef stock150 ml sour cream2 tsp Dijon mustardSalt and pepperChopped chives, for garnish MethodSeason beef strips with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Scatter the beef […]
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