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NewsletterAs a TV chef, food writer and instructor at Ballymaloe Cookery School, Rachel Allen’s day is often filled with fine-tuning recipes and teaching others how to improve their kitchen skills. She and her husband, Isaac, make it a priority that their three childrenhave a wholesome, homemade meal to enjoy. Her secret? Rely on fresh, seasonal […]
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How to create a lovely Valentine’s Day menu
Unsure how to throw a successful Valentine’s Day meal? We believe that best romantic dinners are at home, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. So we’ve created a lovely Valentine’S Day menu to help you to impress your significant other with one of these gorgeous recipes. You’ll find below elegant starters to open the night, […]
Starry night shortbread
Line two baking trays with parchment paper. In a bowl, use an electric beater to beat together the butter, icing sugar and vanilla until pale and creamy. Add the flour and cinnamon and stir until the dough comes together. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-4 minutes until smooth. Shape into a […]
Gluten-free gingerbread cookies
In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together. Add the golden syrup and egg and beat until well combined. In a separate bowl, sift together the remaining ingredients and stir. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix to combine thoroughly. Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for one hour. […]
Gingerbread cake with cinnamon buttercream
Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4. Grease three 20cm round cake tins and line with parchment paper. Sift the first six ingredients into a bowl and set aside. Beat the butter and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until fluffy. Gradually beat in the eggs, one at a time. Beat in the […]
How to: curate an Irish cheeseboard
We consider it our duty and honour to help you plan for any and all edible occasions that may arise. Also, we really love cheese. So we took it upon ourselves to put together a guide for assembling and enjoying the ultimate Irish cheeseboard. Enjoy! Assembling an Irish cheeseboard Hard cheese Coolea, a cow’s milk […]
Need-to-know tips for gluten-free baking
Whether you’re following a gluten-free diet yourself or will be cooking for someone who is, check out these handy tips so you can be sure that your culinary creations can be enjoyed by all. Gluten-free baking tips: One of the biggest concerns with gluten-free baking is cross-contamination and the use of ingredients with hidden gluten. […]
Gingerbread cheesecake
Combine the crushed biscuits and butter until coated. Press them into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a deep 20cm springform tin. Refrigerate until needed. Place the leaf gelatine in a bowl, cover with cold water and leave to soak for five minutes. Drain the water from the gelatine and pour three tablespoons […]
Mega Rocky Road cake
Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4. Grease and line your cake tin(s). Sift your dry ingredients — flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, coffee powder and salt — into a mixing bowl. Sandwich the two cake layers with some of the chocolate buttercream icing, then spread the rest evenly around the outside and top of […]
Home Ec: School’s in sight
It’s that time of year again: lunch boxes are being bought and trolleys are being filled with foods suitable for the academic year ahead. It can be hard to keep lunches and snacks interesting all year round, but with the right knowledge and a bit of creativity, all will be well. Making snacks and lunches […]