Ganache? Buttercream? Swiss meringue buttercream? There are so many different icings out there to decorate your bakes with. My first experience with icing was of course, the water icing! Decorating my ‘S’ biscuit in Granny Redmond’s kitchen. I expanded my horizons from there. Once you know the difference between each icing, you’ll be able to […]
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17 recipes for beautiful showstopper cakes
In the mood to bake something more than just a cake? Here are 17 recipes to try when you want to wow everyone and treat them to a delicious and eye-catching showstopper cake.
10 raspberry recipes to rave about
Raspberries are such a happy little fruit. Not only are they deliciously sweet and tasty, the rich red colour adds to any dessert that’ll make it a beautiful dish. Here are 10 raspberry recipes to rave about.
8 French favourites to celebrate Bastille Day
France has earned a reputation as a gastronomical capital of the world for a reason: from gooey Brie and moreish boeuf Bourguignon to sweet apple galettes and buttery croissants, the food landscape of the country is certainly something to celebrate. What better day to do so than Bastille Day! Celebrated annually on 14 July, this […]
Fillet steaks with café de Paris butter
In a large bowl, beat the butter with a wooden spoon until slightly creamy texture. In a blender or food processor, whizz the remaining ingredients for the Café de Paris butter into a smooth paste, then beat this paste into the whipped butter. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons worth of butter onto a piece of cling film […]
Black forest gâteau
1 Preheattheovento180 ̊C/160 ̊Cfan/gasmark 4. Grease and line a 20cm loose-bottomed or springform cake tin. Tomakethesponge, first whisk the egg yolks with the sugar in a large bowl until they begin to look pale and thick. Sieve in the cocoa powder and a pinch of salt, then fold in to combine. Whisk the whites in […]
How to choose the right herbs every time
Choose the perfect herbs to complement any dish with our easy guide. Basil Flavour profile: Minty and slightly peppery with a hint of sweetness Pair with: Cheeses, tomatoes, aubergines, courgettes, stone fruits, lemons, balasamic vinegar, olive oil, strawberries, garlic, mushrooms Use in: Basil pesto, pasta sauces, Italian salads and sandwiches, pizzas, Thai curries and stir-fries Quick tip: […]
These Irish mushrooms are wild, weird and wonderful
In this edition of her Eat Ireland column, Deputy Editor Jocelyn Doyle heads deep into the forest in Co. Limerick. Mushrooms are divisive. I have an aunt who detested their taste as a child, but found them so cute that she forced herself to consume them at every opportunity until she finally enjoyed them. One […]
Jalapeño popper chicken fillets
Preheat the oven to 190 ̊C/170 ̊C fan/gas mark 5. Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, Mozzarella, Cheddar, jalapeños, taco seasoning and some salt and black pepper. Use a sharp knife to slice horizontally into each chicken fillet, creating a pocket. Use a spoon to stuff […]
Loop the Loop cupcake
Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4 and line a cupcake tray with 12 cupcake cases. In a large mixing bowl, beat together all the dry ingredients, the zest of 2 lime, 1 lemon and the butter together until a sandy texture. In a jug, whisk the milk and eggs together, slowly stream into […]