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Easter Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients80g butter200g marshmallows1 tsp vanilla extract100g Rice Krispies200g milk chocolate, melted125g speckled eggs, roughly choppedSprinkles, optional MethodLine a 20×20 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.Stir in the […]
Date and Almond Chocolate Clusters Ingredients110g Medjool dates, chopped50g sliced almonds, lightly toasted, plus extra for garnish150g dark chocolate, meltedFlakey sea salt MethodAdd chopped dates, toasted almonds, and melted chocolate in a bowl. Mix ingredients until the dates and almonds are coated in chocolate.Line a baking tray or plate with baking paper, and use a […]
Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry Ingredients600g Boneless chicken thighs, substitute with chicken breast fillets1 tbsp soy sauce1 tsp ground black pepper1 tbsp mirin1 tbsp chilli oil2 tbsp corn flourOil, for cooking2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp fresh ginger, grated2 green chilli, minced1 onion, sliced1 red pepper, sliced1 yellow pepper, sliced Stir fry sauce1 tbsp soy sauce2 […]
Roasted Bone Marrow with Salsa Verde Ingredients6-8 beef bones, canoe cutSaltBlack pepperOlive oil100g Salsa verde, to serveFresh coriander, to garnish8 slices crusty bread, toasted MethodPlace marrow bones in a large bowl, add 2-3 tbsp of salt, cover, and place in the fridge overnight to soak.Preheat oven to 230C. Drain the water from the bowl, and […]
Kimchi Fried Rice Ingredients2 tsp sesame oil2 garlic cloves, minced200g exotic mushrooms, sliced thin if neededSalt, to tasteBlack pepper, to taste1 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp gochujang1 tsp soy sauce1 cup kimchi3 cups cooked day old, coldSpring onion, sliced for garnishSesame seeds, for garnishFried egg, to serve Method Begin by straining the kimchi and reserving the […]
Harissa Honey Chicken Rice Bowls Ingredients1-2 tbsp olive oil4 chicken breast fillets1 large onion, sliced3 tbsp harissa2 tbsp water1 tbsp honey1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp cumin powderSaltBlack pepperHandful coriander, chopped Serve withYellow ricePickled cucumberRoasted chickpeasChopped tomatoesFlatbreadCrumbled feta MethodCut the chicken into bite-sized pieces, and add it to a bowl with the sliced onions. Add the […]
Individual Charcuterie Cups (makes 6 cups) Ingredients150g pistachios, roasted350g strawberries, hulled200g cherries100g green olives12 crackers12 breadsticks200g Gouda cheese with cumin36 Slices Salami6-12 chocolate truffles MethodAssembleAdd equal amounts of roasted pistachio nuts, cherries, strawberries, and olives to each glass.Add two crackers and 2 breadsticks to each cup.Slice the gouda, and add equal amounts to each cup.To […]
Panettone French Toast Ingredients4 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1/2 tsp cinnamon powder60ml pouring creamPinch of salt8 slices panettoneButter, for cookingFresh berries, for serving MethodWhisk the eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, cream, and salt till combined in a shallow bowl. Set aside.Melt a tsp of butter in a large saucepan on medium heat.Gently coat both sides […]
Cheesy Garlic Bread with Curry Butter Ingredients 1 loaf ciabatta100g curry butter, at room temperature200g Kerrygold Mature Cheddar cheese, grated fresh herbs, to garnish Method Preheat oven to 220C, and prepare a baking sheet with baking paper.Slice the ciabatta in half lengthwise and place cut side up on the baking sheet.Add the curry butter and […]
Puri Ingredients240g cake flour, plus extra for kneading2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted1.5 tsp baking powder3/4 cup lukewarm milkPinch of salt500ml vegetable oil, for frying MethodAdd cake flour, baking powder, and salt to a mixing bowl. Add in the melted butter and mix.Add in the warm milk and mix till combined, add more flour if needed […]
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