To make the choux pastry, add the sugar, butter and water to a large pan and heat very gently until the butter has melted. Increase the heat and bring the liquid to the boil. As soon as it’s bubbling, lower the heat, tip in the flour and mix with a wooden spoon until the mixture […]
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Meringue Frasier cake
Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/ gas mark 5. Lightly grease two 20cm round cake tins and line the bases with greaseproof paper. To make the meringue layers, add four egg whites to a large bowl and whisk until stiff. Add the sugar, a teaspoonful at a time, whisking well between each addition. Whisk until […]
August week 5 meal plan
With summer coming to a close, it’s time to get back into the swing of things, once and for all! This fuss-free meal plan is super-handy, filled with speedy dinners and veggie-loaded recipes, the whole family will love. Go on – have a taste! Monday: Greek Turkey Burgers with Low-Fat Tzatziki Kickstart the week with […]
August’s meat-free meal plan
Deciding what to have for dinner can be a challenge, especially if you’re following a meat-free lifestyle and are looking to whip up delicious and nutritious meals every night. But fear not! We’ve got you covered with a week’s worth of mouthwatering vegetarian recipes, each designed to bring a burst of flavour and variety to […]
Grilled peach, prosciutto and mascarpone galette
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/ gas mark 6. Line a large baking tray with baking parchment. Add the two sheets of shortcrust pastry to the tray, slightly overlapping in the centre. Trim the corners and edges to create a rough circle. In a bowl toss the chopped peaches and leeks together with the oil […]
Hoisin duck ‘sausage’ rolls
Preheat the oven to 170°C fan/375°F/gas mark 5, if not marinating, otherwise preheat 10 minutes before cooking. First, make the marinade. Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well to combine. Using a sharp knife, carefully score the duck skin in diagonal lines, then rub the marinade all over the duck, making sure […]
Fig and goat’s cheese tart
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/ gas mark 6. Line a large baking tray with baking parchment. Add the sheet of shortcrust pastry to the tray. Mix half the goat’s cheese and pesto together until well combined, spread it over the pastry, leaving 1cm around the edge uncovered. Scatter the onion over the pesto and […]
Summer greens and crispy chorizo tart
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6. Line a large baking tray with baking parchment. Add the sheet of puff pastry to the tray. Trim a 2cm strip from each side of the pastry. Brush the remaining sheet of pastry with egg wash, then add each strip back on top, along the edge on […]
July week 3 meal plan
Enjoy an easy life this week, by taking the stress out of the kitchen and embracing the convenience of this handy meal plan! From flavourful chicken burrito bowls to a delightful mixed berry galette, we’ve got you covered with a variety of mouth-watering dishes, which are all super quick and easy to make. Monday – […]
Beetroot, red onion, and ricotta tart
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/ gas mark 6. Grease a 23 x 2.5cm loose-bottomed, fluted flan tin generously with room temperature butter. Add the sheet of shortcrust pastry to the tin, easing the pastry into the base. Trim the pastry edges with scissors or a small sharp knife so it sits slightly above the […]