Results for "ice cream"

990 matching results for "ice cream"

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 […]

Twister cupcakes

Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4 and line a 20cm tin with parchment paper. Using an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. In a jug, beat the egg and milk together, slowly stream into the butter mixture and beat well. If the mix looks like it has […]

Boozy bakes – A how to guide

Why bake with booze? Flavour Using spirits, beers or wine can give a subtle warmth to a dessert or cake, deepen the flavour and make it taste more sinful. To choose which alcohol to incorporate into your bake, consider your ingredients and choose a spirit that will complement them; for example, apple will pair well […]

Much s’more than a hot chocolate

1 In a large pot, heat the milk until gently simmering. Add the milk and dark chocolate and stir until melted. Pour the hot chocolate into your mug of choice. Put the whipped cream into a piping bag with a star nozzle and pipe over the top of the hot chocolate. Sprinkle on the crushed […]

How to make the perfect salad dressing every time

Homemade salad dressings are cheaper, healthier and — let’s be honest — much tastier than shop-bought versions. Whether you like a vinaigrette style or prefer a creamier dressing, read on for our so-simple step-by-step guide to creating and customising your own dressings.   Vinaigrette dressing Basic recipe: 1 part acid + 3 parts oil + flavour to taste […]

Lemon posset

Warm the cream and sugar in a large saucepan over a medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Turn the heat up slightly and bring to a boil. Allow to bubble for three minutes, then remove from the heat. Leave to cool for two minutes, then stir in the lemon juice. Leave to […]

Strawberry cheesecake pastry swirls

On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle measuring around 28 x 35cm. In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, icing sugar and vanilla until well combined. Use a spatula to spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the pastry. Scatter the strawberries over the cream cheese mixture. […]

Meringue mishaps

Something as simple as egg white and sugar can be transformed into so many beautiful desserts. Even though the ingredients may be simple, they can certainly have their problems, and you want to be confident about your meringue-making skills before running the risk of holding the bowl over your head. I’m going to run through […]