If you want a showstopper dessert, look no further than this amazing chocolate hazelnut semifreddo. You can make it up to a week in advance, and simply store in the freezer until ready to serve. A guaranteed hit. [Read more…] about Chocolate hazelnut semifreddo
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Caramelised onion and goats’ cheese tarts
These tasty little caramelised onion and goats’ cheese tarts are a perfect appetiser. Great savoury dish to take to someone’s house or serve at home. You can caramelise the onions well in advance and freeze them, or even cheat a little by buying them at the supermarket in a jar. [Read more…] about Caramelised onion and goats’ cheese tarts
Pumpkin seed loaf
Looking for a great everyday vegan meal? This dish is a meal in itself at any time of the year, and would also make a good Xmas buffet item if you have guests who are vegan. It’s also gluten-free, an added bonus.
Chocolate hedgehog slice
Yet another addition to the lunchbox freezable snacks repertoire, this chocolate hedgehog slice is also perfect for a cake stall. Store in an airtight container, or get it into the freezer early as it is very tempting to eat the lot once it has been made! [Read more…] about Chocolate hedgehog slice
Fattoush salad
Got some leftover lebanese bread you need to use up? This fattoush salad is the perfect use for it. Made with a few fresh ingredients and chick peas, it works well with any middle eastern dishes or a barbecue. Add some crushed garlic to the olive oil before you cook the bread to add some more flavour. [Read more…] about Fattoush salad
Coconut ice
It is fete season and coconut ice is a great recipe for the cake stall that sells out quickly. Easy to make and great to look at – you can’t go past this as a fete favourite. Useful items include a digital thermometer and cellophane self-sealing bags from $2 shops, and you can make your own trays – see tip below. [Read more…] about Coconut ice
