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Recipes

Boursin, Tomato and Cucumber Nibbles

(4 reviews) Posted by Nic  

These are little bites of cucumber, cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. They are quick to prepare, but for a different presentation, you could cut rounds of cucumber and pile the cheese/basil/tomato on top. The amount of nibbles depends on the size of... MORE»

Recipe #249820

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Strawberry Cream Cake

(2 reviews) Posted by Nic  

This cake is really easy to make, especially if you buy a ready made sponge. In the UK we can buy ready made 'sponge flan' cases but I just make my own for this. The filling is more luxurious than plain old whipped cream and easy to whip up too.... MORE»

Recipe #246454

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Lemon Curd Cookies

Posted by Nic  

An unusual cookie - the base is a crisp shortbread and the topping is chewy and soft - made from a mixture of oats, cream and lemon curd. Adapted from a recipe by Dan Lepard, found in the Guardian Weekend magazine. Cooking time includes chilling... MORE»

Recipe #229818

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Black Bean Soup With Cilantro Cream

(2 reviews) Posted by Nic  

The best thing about this soup, apart from the delicious taste, is that it's so easy and quick to make. Please serve it with the Cilantro Cream - it's like the icing on the cake! You can make this soup for a vegetarian, just leave out the bacon... MORE»

Recipe #206388

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White Chocolate-Raspberry Tart, With Almonds and Pistachios

(7 reviews) Posted by Nic  

Ok, this is my new favourite dessert! Crisp pastry with a layer of lush fresh raspberries and nuts, covered in creamy white chocolate - I'm in love! This has been adapted from 'The Chef's Table' and is really easy to put together. You can make... MORE»

Recipe #200164

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Macadamia & Ginger Fingers

(1 reviews) Posted by Nic  

If you like macadamia nuts and ginger, this will tickle your tastebuds! A very intense cookie, which adults will enjoy. Adapted from the Australian Women's Weekly book, Best Food, which was given to me by MarieAlice - thanks! MORE»

Recipe #197424

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Lentil & Tomato Soup

(4 reviews) Posted by Nic  

This is a really quick to put together and good for those cold winter days. Now that my husband doesn't eat meat, I use vegetarian stock and leave out the bacon. MORE»

Recipe #150421

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Blonde Mocha Sauce

Posted by Nic  

This is the last thing I want to taste before I die! It's the most fantastic sauce ever created for ice cream. The recipe comes from Nigella Lawson and I usually only make half the amount, which still serves 4. You can substitute the espresso for... MORE»

Recipe #130220

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Iced Strawberry Ring

Posted by Nic  

A different cream/meringue ring that is filled with fresh strawberries - you can make the ring ahead as it needs to be frozen until firm. The Cointreau can be replaced with brandy or even orange juice if you prefer. You can also mash up a few... MORE»

Recipe #122874

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Strawberry Salad With Chocolate Balsamic Dressing

(8 reviews) Posted by Nic  

A refreshingly different salad, we can buy Stilton with black pepper here, but you can use any Stilton or even leave it out if you prefer. I make half the amount of dressing as I find that this is enough. Recipe adapted from Rococo Real Chocolate... MORE»

Recipe #122873

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Cream Meringues

(1 reviews) Posted by Nic  

The secret of these melt in the mouth meringues, sandwiched with fresh cream, is to let them ‘dry out’ rather than bake, in a very slow oven. MORE»

Recipe #122793

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Fruit Flips

(5 reviews) Posted by Nic  

These pancakes can be served for breakfast or as a dessert, with a big dollop of caramel or vanilla ice cream. MORE»

Recipe #116387

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Nutty Raisin Crescents

(10 reviews) Posted by Nic  

Great for breakfast - use your bread machine, or mix and knead by hand. Time is estimated preparation time/cooking and doesn't include dough rising time. MORE»

Recipe #116350

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Vegetable Phyllo Cracker

(4 reviews) Posted by Nic  

An easy vegetarian main course. (Cooking time is how long the roll is in the oven for). MORE»

Recipe #116322

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Squidgy Chocolate Log

(2 reviews) Posted by Nic  

If you want a dessert to impress, then this recipe is for you. This is a family favourite and is requested for celebrations. The cake has no flour in it, so it's very light, and indulgent with its chocolate mousse and whipped cream filling. The... MORE»

Recipe #105457

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Harvest Vegetable Soup

(2 reviews) Posted by Nic  

This has to be one of my favorite winter soups, very filling and full of flavor. Serve with warm crusty bread on the side. MORE»

Recipe #100813

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Krisptastic Squares

(2 reviews) Posted by Nic  

A little bit different to the usual Rice Crispy bars, they have a gooey toffee/chocolate taste. I think these are so much better using 'Special K' cereal, but you can substitute 'Rice Crispies' if you want. MORE»

Recipe #100641

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Spicy Grilled Chicken Strips

(1 reviews) Posted by Nic  

Liven up your next barbecue with these tender marinated pieces of chicken breast, with a delicious spicy flavour. Very simple to make and fantastic hot or cold, ideal for picnics. I have used the marinade for turkey, pork fillets, prawns and even... MORE»

Recipe #93548

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Chicken and Almond Pilau

(2 reviews) Posted by Nic  

This is an easy 1-pot dish, bursting with flavor. It's also very good cold. MORE»

Recipe #93302

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