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This Strawberry Toffeed Brie is a versatile treat as it is both sweet and savory. The final result is delicious cheese coated with strawberry toffee and served with crackers – this could be used as an afternoon tea snack or after dinner delight. Serves: 4 You Need: 250g double brie mini wheel cheese ½ cup [...]
We have a delicious recipe for the berry lovers out there, it’s this Strawberry Layered Eton Mess. Don’t be fooled by the name, this is one mess that you can embrace! Picture this – whipped cream, meringue and berries. It’s easy to make but still looks (and tastes) worthy of any dinner party guest… Serves: [...]
Black Forest is always popular, and these cupcakes are a fun way to cook with Australian cherries. The preparation takes just 15 minutes but the finished product is presented so beautifully you would think they came from a cafe. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 40 minutes Serves: 12 You Need: Cupcake Mixture 125g butter [...]
Banana and Pecan Wholemeal Muffins are not only deliciously delightful, but are also full of nutritional goodness. The scrumptious and simple assortment of ingredients makes for a quick recipe that can be whipped up as a healthy snack for both you and the kids. Containing the highest antioxidant ingredients of all nuts, Pecans are an [...]
Sonny’s grandma had her sixtieth birthday on the weekend and everyone had to bring something for the party. To cater for the kids we were asked to bring Chocolate Crackles and Honey Joys. Sonny put his apron on and set to work making the crackles, these are a good one to do with kids because [...]
A healthier version of everyone’s favourite – chocolate cake! This recipe contains no flour, and has low GI ingredients. There is no compromising on taste however – this delicious chocolate cake will have everyone talking. Recipe courtesy of CSR Sugar You Need: 250g dark chocolate, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons low fat [...]
The creative chefs at San Remo have been at it again! This creamy custard cake is based on the Greek Dessert and uses Angel Hair pasta for it’s base. A great dessert to top off a dinner party or family gathering, it’s probably a little large for your regular family dessert. The custard needs to [...]
Whether you love the Queen or want our nation to be royalty-free, there is no doubting we all love a public holiday! For the upcoming long weekend why not celebrate our beginnings and whip up these delicious Royal Chocolate Éclairs from Queen Fine Foods. Serves: 4-6 Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes You [...]
Anna Gare has created an easy yet impressive coffee dessert cake using Oxfam fair coffee. A yummy little treat that can be whipped up the night before you expect the girls over for morning tea: You Need: • 180g butter • 180g caster sugar • 3 eggs, lightly beaten • 250g self-raising flour • 1/4 [...]
The title of these cupcakes will probably be the closest you ever get to actually kissing Prince William, but they will be so royally scrumptious you won’t even care and you will be able to enjoy watching the big wedding on 29th April 2011. This recipe is the second in our two part series from [...]
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