I always loved ice cream as a kid and ice cream sandwiches with wafers were a delicious treat, trying to make it last as long as possible, the wafer getting slightly soggy in the process, doesn’t sound so nice but really was. I make a lot at home usually dairy based but this is a delicious quicker version – berrys,nuts and a few squeezes of … Continue reading Dairy Free Mixed Berry Ice Cream
Listening to the radio, I heard Ian Dempsey say that the average person consumes 6,000 calories on Christmas day between food and drink. These recipes are not going to do anything to bring that number down but in my defence we did have a long walk before we came home, sat by the fire after enjoying both these. Perfect food for a cold day – … Continue reading Fish Pie and Chocolate Chestnut Puddings
When I was growing up the purple Cadbury’s wrapper was an iconic symbol of chocolate. My mum’s best friend Auntie Bernadette used to call over and we always knew she would bring a big bag of chocolate bars. Seeing as there were 6 of us, this wasn’t a regular event. There was always a race to get to the bag early in the queue otherwise … Continue reading Christmas Chocolate Bark
Cold weather, numb fingers, seeing your breath – this is the perfect antidote, hot spicy, the contrast of the sweet & sour crisp vegetables is a perfect balance to the coconut laced spicy soup. A great recipe you could have ready for when you come in from a long cold walk over Christmas. There I finally said the C word…. . Thai Meatballs 1 tbsp … Continue reading Spicy Thai Soup with Meatballs and Pickled Veg
I am going to be honest – this recipe is all about the creme anglaise, The pear tart is just a vehicle to deliver the taste – a custard delivery system really – the tart is great and full of flavour but definitely taking second stage to the creme anglaise. My other half rescued the bourbon from a party and I’m not sure he quite … Continue reading Bourbon Creme Anglaise & Pear Frangipane Tart
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