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Chocolate Lava Cake Chocolate Ganache Centre Ingredients50g dark chocolate chips30ml cream MethodPlace the chocolate chips and cream in a microwave-proof bowl. Microwave on high for 20 seconds, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until needed. Chocolate Cake Batter Ingredients100g dark chocolate, […]
Salmon Wellington Ingredients1 tbsp olive oil2 shallots, finely diced3-4 garlic cloves, minced300g baby spinach150g cream cheese10g parmesan, gratedZest of half a lemon1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped1 tsp dried oregano1 tbsp Dijon mustard1 roll puff pastry, defrosted1 egg, for brushing the pastry MethodHeat 1 olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat. Add the shallots […]
Chorizo Jam & Cheddar Jaffles IngredientsChorizo Jam500g fresh chorizo, minced1 large white onion, finely sliced2 garlic cloves, minced90g demerara sugar3 tbsp red wine vinegar2 tbsp honey1 shot of espresso, or very strong coffee 50g Kerrygold butter, meltedWhite sandwich bread200g Kerrygold Mature Cheddar MethodTo a large saucepan of medium heat, add the chorizo and allow to fry for 8-10 minutes until golden and […]
Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes Ingredients1kg roasting potatoes, thinly sliced60g butter250g parmesan cheese, grated500ml cream3 sprigs fresh rosemary1.5 tsp garlic powder50g chicken stock concentrateSalt and black pepper to taste MethodAdd the cream, remaining butter, herbs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to a saucepan over medium heat. Allow to simmer gently for 5-10 minutes. Stir in 3/4 of […]
Honey Brie Proscuitto Upside Down Tarts Ingredients1 sheet of puff pastry4 tbsp honey8 mini brie rounds8 strips of prosciutto1 egg, whiskedParsley, to garnish MethodPreheat oven to 180C. Prepare a baking tray with baking paper and set aside.Roll out the puff pastry and cut 8 rounds, set aside.On the prepared baking tray, dollop 1/2 a tablespoon […]
Biscoff Tres Leches IngredientsFor the cake240g cake flour¾ teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon salt5 large eggs, at room temperature250g granulated sugar120ml milk, at room temperature2 tsp vanilla extract For the milk mixture1 can, 385g sweetened condensed milk1 can, 380ml evaporated milk160ml milk80g Biscoff spread, melted For the whipped cream topping500ml whipping cream2 tablespoons icing sugarMelted Biscoff, for toppingCrushed Biscoff biscuits, for topping MethodFor the CakePreheat the oven to 180C. Prepare […]
Sriracha and sesame-roasted cashews Ingredients250g raw cashew nuts3 tbsp brown sugar, I used demerara2 tbsp sriracha sauce1 tbsp chilli flakes1 tbsp garlic flakes1 tbsp white sesame seeds1 tsp salt MethodPreheat oven to 160°C and prepare a baking tray with baking paper. Place the cashew nuts on the prepped baking tray, spread out in an even […]
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 […]
Floral Pomegranate Margarita Makes 1 servingIngredientsIce30ml tequila30ml Cointreau30ml lime juice60ml Pomegranate and Elderflower Cordial, I used the Forage and Feast onePomegranate seeds, for garnish MethodRub the rim of your glass with a lime wedge, dip the rim into caster sugar, add ice to the glass, and set aside,Add 4 ice cubes, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, […]
Sassy Mango Lassi Ingredients5 saffron threads1/4 cup milk, warmIce150g mango, cubed250ml double cream yoghurt2 tbsp pistachios, plus extra for garnish1/2 tsp cardamom powder30 ml chai syrup60ml white rum MethodAdd saffron threads to a small bowl with the warm milk. allow to sit for 10 minutes.Add the ice, mango, yoghurt, pistachios, chai syrup, and white rum […]
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