Lemon Meringue Pie
With a crispy pastry base, a smooth, unctuous lemony custard filling, topped with fluffy clouds of soft meringue with a crisp outer layer, this classic British dessert is the most wonderful end to any meal – perfect…
Basil and Pine Nut Pesto with Roasted Garlic Confit
An absolute classic recipe enhanced with the sweet, mellow flavours from roasted garlic and creamy mature cheddar cheese, this vibrant and versatile pesto is a constant in our fridge. Stir through pasta, drizzle on pizza, add to…
Oven – Baked French Toast with Maple Syrup and Blueberry Sauce
All baked in one dish with a crispy, sweet and cinnamon crust and a soft and fluffy under-layer, this delicious and filling breakfast is a baked version of French Toast – quicker and healthier, it is an…
Amaretti Biscuits
With a slightly crisp outer layer, soft and chewy on the inside, bursting with almonds and Amaretto liqueur and hints of vanilla, these Amaretti Biscuits are delectable. Even ‘he who doesn’t like sweet things’ absolutely adores these…
Coffee and Chocolate Chunk Pecan Nut Loaf Cake
Loaded with roast pecan nuts and chunks of chocolate, this traditional loaf cake is bursting with the flavours of coffee and roast pecan nuts. The contrasting textures from crispy pecan nuts, creamy chocolate and a light and…
Spicy Cake with Vegetable/Fruit and Nuts – Core Recipe
This is definitely one of my favourite Core Recipes! Moist and bursting with flavours from spices, vegetables or fruit, nuts, coconut and vanilla, this foolproof recipe can be eaten as a cake, as cupcakes, as is or…
Cream Cheese Frosting
Creamy, smooth, silky Cream Cheese Frosting with a touch of salt, this delicious icing is classically teamed with Carrot Cake but is actually very versatile. I often replace the cream cheese with Mascarpone cheese – which is…
Carrot Cake with Coconut and Pecans and a Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting
This is definitely one of my favourite cakes ever! Moist and bursting with flavours from spices, carrots, pecan nuts, coconut and vanilla, this foolproof cake can be eaten as is or enhanced with a deliciously, smooth and…
Chimichurri Sauce
Chimichurri is an amazingly vibrant, fresh, herby, colourful South American sauce with a chilli and garlic kick. It can be used as both a marinade and a condiment adding layers of flavour, a delicious piquancy and WOW…
Tikka Marinade
Warmly spiced with the flavours of cumin, coriander, cardamom, chilli and garam masala, you can use this marinade with chicken, prawns and fish. Marinate for 1 hour, or up to 24 hours in the fridge, and you…