These are stupidly GORGEOUS, so much so I had to fight the family off as soon as each batch was cooked they all dived in and I was not only the one to make and cook but the last to get a mouthful, note to self, new house rule, cook gets first dibs
melt in the middle fondants, and sponges that create a sauce underneath when baked. Seen as it was the hottest day of the year, the Baked Alaska showstopper is probably the worst timed challenge of the series
Time is precious nowadays – every single minute and second of it. I must say, I am getting the hang of estimating the right amount of rice and water for my fried rice
The dish can be served with new potatoesand green beans or mash. This is a recipe that my mum used to make and it has quickly become a family favourite
Another week we baked Banana Oat Cookies, which were sweetened by nothing but a mashed banana, some sultana raisins and a very small amount of brown sugar, and not a lot of fat
Doing so is rude, discourteous and shows an appalling lack of deportment. Last week my daughter and I enjoyed La Dolce Vita, and I’m not referring to the Ryan Paris’s 80s smash hit of the same name. Fried chicken is a dish best served hot, so make it at home by marinating boneless chicken thighs in cold milk over night in the fridge, and then the following day coating them first in flour, then egg, and finally a mixture of breadcrumbs and the Colonel’s 11 spices that include oregano, chilli powder, sage, basil, marjoram, pepper, salt, paprika, onion and garlic powder. Deep-fry the breaded joints in corn oil at 130oC until cooked all the way through and crispy on the outside
I am a complete chocolate addict but I do also love a nice fruity cheesecake – so I’ve married the two and got this FABULOUS white choc and strawberry cheesecake
It is the EASIEST bread you can make and uses the most basic of store cupboard staple items. It doesn’t stay fresh for very long so it’s best eaten the day you make it – which is handy as when it is warm and smothered in salted butter you will find it hard to stop
You will never want a fast food sweet and sour pork take out again after you have tried this, this is how sweet and sour pork should be, healthy and made with all natural ingredients, super fast and simple to cook and inexpensive too, you can serve a family of four generous portions all for under a fiver
I have a yummy and easy recipe for the weekend. I bought a couple of chicken breasts, I stuffed them with ham, mozzarella, pepper and basil leaves and popped them in the oven
Serve with steamed fresh potatoesand vegetables. Whether it’s for breakfast on the go, a delicious snack or to use in your favourite recipes, yogurt contains a range of nutrients important for a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle, and is a versatile food staple for all the family to enjoy
These Balsamic Glazed Sausages sit on a bed of roasted Mediterranean vegetables and could be served on mashed potato, spaghetti or even a salad for a light summer meal