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3 Cheese Hot Cross Buns Ingredients150ml milk, at room temperature50g unsalted butter1 tsp salt450g white bread flour, plus extra for the crosses7g instant yeast1 large egg20g chives, finely snipped2 tsp Italian herbs50g parmesan, grated60g feta, crumbled100g cheddar cheese, grated MethodIn a saucepan add 80mls of water, the milk and butter. Heat up over low heat […]
Chocolate Covered Strawberries Ingredients200g milk chocolate2 tsp vegetable oil500g strawberries CoatingToasted almonds, crushedDesiccated coconutMilk chocolate drizzleSprinkles MethodLine a tray with baking paper.Place chocolate and oil in a microwave-proof bowl, and microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate has melted.Grip the strawberry by the stem, and dip it into the chocolate until fully […]
Cabbage & Potato Curry Ingredients4 tbsp oil1 tsp mustard seeds1 tsp cumin seeds1 tsp ginger and garlic paste200g tomatoes, grated1/3 tsp turmeric powder3 tsp curry powder300g potatoes, cubed400g cabbage, washed and slicedSalt to tasteSugar to tasteFresh coriander, for garnish Method Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the mustard seeds and allow them to […]
Raisin Bread Recipe Ingredients360g cake flour2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast45g crushed oats1 tsp cinnamon powder90g raisins50g brown sugar3/4 cup warm milk30g butter, melted1 1/4 tsp fine salt1/3 cup warm water MethodAdd all the ingredients into the bowl of a stand mixer, and knead for 8-20 minutes until a smooth, soft dough has formed. Shape the […]
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 […]
Falafels Ingredients200g dried chickpeas, soaked overnight1 tsp cumin powder1 tsp coriander powder1 small onion, peeled and diced3 cloves garlic1/2 bunch coriander1/2 bunch mint1 tsp bicarbonate of sodaZest of 1 lemon1 tsp saltBlack pepper to tasteOlive oil IngredientsAdd your drained soaked chickpeas, onion, garlic, spices, bicarbonate of soda, and salt to a food processor and blitz […]
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 […]
Moscow Mule IngredientsIce45ml vodka15ml fresh lime juiceGinger beerFresh lime slices, for garnish]Mint sprig, for garnish MethodFill a copper mug with ice, and add vodka and lemon juice.Top up with ginger beer. garnish with fresh lime slices and mint sprig. Enjoy!
Passionfruit Coconut Margarita Ingredients60ml Tequila30ml coconut cream2 tbsp passion fruit pulp15ml fresh lime juice15ml passion fruit cordial MethodAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker, and shake.Strain into a short glass filled with ice.Garnish with passionfruit and edible flowers. Enjoy!
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