Nevermind shop-bought hot-cross buns that go stale the moment you open the wrapping - two for one might seem like a good idea, but it's quality not quantity right? Treat yourself to a delicious bank-holiday brunch this Friday morning and include these authentic home-made hot cross buns from Mary Berry. The recipe screams "fill your home with the gorgeous aroma of freshly baked buns" loud and clear. Enjoy!
Phew, we’re glad that the January detox is out of the way. Now we can concentrate on the February retox. These posh vol-au-vents are easy to make and the perfect excuse for a little get together. . .
Feeling adventurous this weekend? Want to cook like a true master chef? Try this recipe for Michel Roux Sr’s Tournedos with ‘caponata’ and Pineau des Charentes sauce and guests will be praising you as a legend in the culinary stakes…
Bored of the New Year detox already? We are too. Afterall, a little sweet treat really can't hurt. To get us through the week, we're going to satisfy our sweet craving with a bite-size Hope & Greenwood Nougat Cluster. You can have fun trying the easy recipe here...
Nougat Clusters by Miss Hope
Makes 8 whoppers and takes 15 minutes to make: plus setting time.
'In this really simple but delightful recipe, Rice Krispies, creamy milk chocolate, sour cherries, pecans and white...View more
I've tasted a trifle or two in my day, and I've indeed attempted my own versions of the delightful stuff, but this Raspberry and Almond Trifle recipe has to be one of the best. Perhaps it's something to do with the fact that I love the taste of Amaretto liqueur and could, if left to my own devices, happily drink more than two glasses after a meal (don't try this at home). As well as being light and tangy, another great thing about this trifle recipe is the way it's presented, in pretty little portions...View more
If you're carving a pumpkin this Halloween weekend and wondering what to do with all that leftover pumpkin flesh, then here's a yummy Gordon Ramsay recipe idea to try. This Pumpkin Tartlets with Sage and Thyme recipe makes 8 tartlets or 32 canapes, so it's a great serving suggestion for a dinner date or Halloween party. 'I came up with this recipe in order to use up some leftover pumpkin purée, but you could of course use tinned purée,' says Gordon Ramsay. 'Rather than mak...View more
Wondering what to cook tonight? Or perhaps you've got your mid-week meals sorted? If not, why not try this delicious Sea Bass with Pistachio dish from Tom Aikens? Accompanied by a tangy salad. I'm a huge fan of Tom Aikens' recipes - he conjures up healthy but hearty meals that are easy to prepare. Follow the recipes here...
Sea Bass with Pistachio recipe by Tom Aikens
Ingredients
40g chopped pistachios
40ml Borderfields Rapeseed oil
40ml pistachio oil (if available - try delis)
200g mixed salad l...View more
I couldn't resist sharing one more gorgeous recipe from Michel Roux Sr this afternoon. Perfect for a chilly Sunday afternoon, fruit crumble is a fail-safe dessert and Monsieur Roux Sr's delicious version has the X factor. You can follow the recipe here... 'You can vary the fruits in this according to the season – plums and blackberries also work well – but I adore the subtle contribution of quince and ginger,' says Michel Roux Sr 'The scent of the finished dish fills ...View more
'Fondants vary enormously, but these are the best I’ve ever tasted,' says Michel Roux Sr. 'This is my adaptation of a recipe belonging to our skilful English pâtisserie mascot, Claire Clark, a true artist and dear friend. Ramekins can be used in place of metal rings; simply un-mould directly onto the plate.'
Follow the Michel Roux Sr Warm Chocolate Fondants here
Ingredients
200g softened butter, plus 20g to grease the rings
200g good-quality dark, bitter or Manjari ch...View more
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