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A rustic, hearty loaf with a soft, tender crumb and bursts of sweetness There’s something incredibly comforting about a freshly baked loaf of soda bread — no yeast, no waiting, just simple ingredients coming together to create something warm, golden, and deeply satisfying. This Irish soda bread with raisins is my take on the classic. […]
Spanish Omelette Ingredients: • 250g potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced • ½ medium onion, thinly sliced • 4 large eggs • Salt, to taste • Black pepper (optional) • Olive oil (around 75ml for frying; you’ll drain most of it) Method: 1. Cook potatoes and onion: ◦ Heat the olive oil over medium heat. ◦ […]
Melkos (Serves 2) Ingredients: 500 ml low-fat milk 62 g cake flour (± ½ cup) 15 g butter (± 1 tablespoon) ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cinnamon stick Cinnamon sugar for serving (mix about 25 g sugar + ½ tsp ground cinnamon — use to taste) Method Mix the flour and butter: Rub the 15 g […]
Crème brûlée French toast recipe For the custard 4 large egg yolks 100g granulated sugar 40g corn flour 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste 500ml full cream milk 30g unsalted butter French toast 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 150ml full cream milk or cream 4-6 slices brioche, thick slices Butter, to fry the French toast Extra granulated sugar, for the brûlée Method Making […]
Blueberry and White Chocolate Muffins Ingredients113g unsalted butter, at room temperature200g granulated sugar2 large eggs, at room temperature2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt1 tsp vanilla extract240g cake flour113g milk, at room temperature250g fresh blueberries40g granulated sugar, for topping MethodPreheat the oven to 190°C. Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with banking spray or line it with cupcake liners.In […]
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 […]
Curry Butter Ingredients 1 head of garlic2 tbsp olive oil250g Kerrygold butter, at room temperature, plus extra for frying 1 shallot, finely sliced1 sprig of curry leaves1/2 tsp turmeric powder1/2 tsp cumin powder1/2 tsp coriander powder1/4 tsp ground black pepper2 red chillies, deseededSalt to taste Method Preheat oven to 180C.Slice the top of the garlic […]
Cheesy Pesto Mielie Bread Ingredients2 large eggs30ml vegetable oil250ml milk, at room temperature4 tbsp basil pesto500g self-raising flourPinch of salt1 red onion, diced410g cream-style sweetcorn100g mature cheddar, grated, reserve half 20g for the topping MethodPreheat the oven to 180°C. Prepare a loaf tin with baking paper and set aside.Whisk the eggs, milk, oil, and pesto […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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